<![CDATA[The Village Development Planning Meeting (Musrenbang Desa) is a crucial tool for village development planning, involving community participation. However, in reality, women's participation in the Musrenbang Desa remains relatively low and tends to be seen as merely symbolic, resulting in women's hopes and needs not being fully addressed in village development plans. This situation highlights the importance of measures to improve women's capabilities and empower them so they can contribute actively and significantly to the village development planning process. This community service activity aims to strengthen women's knowledge, awareness, and involvement in the Musrenbang Desa, which took place in Herlang District, Bulukumba Regency. The method used in this activity was an educational and participatory approach, encompassing preparation, outreach and education, participatory discussions, mentoring, a Musrenbang Desa simulation, and assessment and reflection. Participants in this activity consisted of women representatives from various villages in Herlang District, including PKK cadres and local women's leaders. The results of this activity demonstrated an increase in women's understanding and confidence in expressing opinions and drafting proposals for village development. Women were able to identify key issues related to social welfare, basic services, and economic development. Furthermore, this event created an opportunity for more open dialogue between women and the village government. Therefore, this Community Service activity plays a role in strengthening women's participation and supporting the creation of fair, democratic, and gender-equal village development planning.]]>
