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Journal : Strata Social and Humanities Studies

From Cooperative to Welfare: Analyzing the Impact of Food Security on the Welfare of Members of Pasir Jaya Cooperative Astuti, Qoniatul Munji; Rahayu, Heffi Christya; Afrizal, Andi
Strata Social and Humanities Studies Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): April
Publisher : CV. Strata Persada Academia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59631/sshs.v3i1.351

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This study investigates the impact of food security on the welfare of members of the Pasir Jaya Cooperative, a rural cooperative located in Pasir Luhur Village, Rokan Hulu Regency. Grounded in the collectivist principles embedded in Indonesia’s constitutional and legal frameworks, cooperatives are positioned not only as economic entities but also as agents of social welfare. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation involving 13 key informants. The results reveal that the Pasir Jaya Cooperative plays a significant role in enhancing member welfare by providing access to affordable and stable food supplies. However, several challenges hinder its effectiveness, including limited product availability, slow capital turnover due to installment-based payments, lack of product variety, and inadequate inventory management. These limitations affect both member satisfaction and the cooperative’s ability to sustainably manage food distribution. The study highlights the need for strategic improvements, particularly in the areas of technology-based inventory systems, alternative funding strategies, product diversification, and cooperative education. The findings underscore the strategic relevance of food security as a pathway to improve member welfare and suggest practical measures to strengthen the role of cooperatives in rural economic development.
Optimizing Human Resource Management Strategy in Improving Food Security Programs Verdian, Refi; Rahayu, Heffi Christya; Afrizal, Andi
Strata Social and Humanities Studies Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): April
Publisher : CV. Strata Persada Academia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59631/sshs.v3i1.352

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This study investigates optimizing human resource management (HRM) strategies to strengthen food security programs through localized institutional efforts, focusing on the Village-Owned Enterprise (BUMDes) Sumber Rezeki in Kota Raya Village, Rokan Hulu Regency. Despite Indonesia's abundant natural resources, rural areas face systemic socio-economic challenges that hinder food security initiatives. This research applies a qualitative descriptive approach, utilizing in-depth interviews, direct observations, and document analysis. Internal and external factor evaluations were conducted using IFAS and EFAS matrices and a SWOT analysis to identify strategic priorities. Results indicate that BUMDes Sumber Rezeki holds moderate internal strength (IFAS score: 2.78) and faces a balanced external environment (EFAS score: 2.78), positioning it within the Growth Strategy quadrant. Key strengths include funding capacity, community engagement, and access to training. Strategic recommendations involve intensifying HR development, enhancing administrative systems, and fostering transparent governance to leverage external collaborations. Addressing internal weaknesses and mitigating external threats such as climate change and limited budgets is essential for building a resilient and sustainable rural food security model. The findings contribute to the discourse on micro-institutional HRM strategies and their role in advancing food security in developing contexts.