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Journal : ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

Foreword From Editor - 15th Edition Yatmo, Yandi Andri
ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement Vol. 8, No. 1
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In this edition, AJCE thoroughly explores the topic of community engagement programs and their impact, as well as innovative and integrative approaches that highlight their potential to improve the community’s livelihood. This issue features four research articles with unique perspectives on community engagement, one review article that critically evaluates existing approaches, and three case-based articles that explore various concepts further and offer practical insights. The contributors to this edition cover diverse expertise in business and economy, humanity and social sciences, communication, design, and education, presenting a comprehensive range of perspectives on community engagement and its practical implementations.
Foreword From Editor - 16th Edition: Toward an Inclusive Community Engagement Yatmo, Yandi Andri
ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement Vol. 8, No. 2
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This edition of AJCE defines and elaborates on the idea of inclusive community engagement as a means to involve the community in a meaningful process. ‘Inclusive’ refers to the principles of encompassing everyone, all individuals and groups alike, regardless of their identity, background, characteristics, needs, and perspectives, thereby ensuring that all voices are represented (Hodkinson, 2011). This practice extends beyond individuals with disabilities and embodies broader ideas of equality. Inclusive engagement plays a crucial part in fostering a constructive dialog that incorporates diverse perspectives within a community. Such engagements prioritize community participation in the decision-making process that affects their well-being (Chen & Stoddart, 2024). There is a growing emphasis on inclusive community engagement, as the current practices are often perceived as obsolete activities, non-inclusive, and failing to promote equity or authentic outcomes (Anthony, 2023). Often, community members who should be involved in the engagement process are excluded, despite the need to integrate with community life (Ohmer et al., 2022). Consequently, there is a need to shift community development approaches to better address local needs and interests, encouraging diverse and active forms of engagement (Chen & Stoddart, 2024; Ohmer et al., 2022). Inclusive community engagement is crucial to prevent illusive interactions where only select stakeholders have a voice in decision-making (Anthony, 2023). By fostering inclusive engagement, communities can gain valuable insights and resources, significantly enhancing their livelihood and building a stronger and more resilient community. The shift toward more inclusive empowerment requires an understanding of community as an evolving idea. It is essential to view the community not merely as a homogenous entity defined by specific locations and a shared identity, such as the Indigenous and rural communities, but as a collective that consists of diverse ideas with fluid and ambiguous boundaries (Chen & Stoddart, 2024; Dempsey, 2010). A community can be also an imagined one, tied with culturally shared values that extend beyond mere physical geography. Additionally, communities can also be shaped by the social-relational networks that dynamically pursue global collaboration, emphasizing access and interactions among individuals, groups, or institutions as stakeholders. The advancement of information and communication technology has enabled them to voice their concerns and priorities, thereby calling for innovative and creative approaches to community engagement (Head, 2007). By recognizing the community as a collective of individuals and groups to be engaged in the development process, a variety of perspectives, experiences, and valuable insights are taken into account.
Foreword From Editor - 17th Edition: Empowering Stakeholders: Reinventing Dialogues and Collaborations Yatmo, Yandi Andri; Paramita, Kristanti Dewi; Suryantini, Rini
ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement Vol. 9, No. 1
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This edition of AJCE examines the various frameworks and dialogues between stakeholders within their community engagement programs that aim to activate the structures and systems of society. This issue comprises three research articles that highlight the importance of community involvement in supporting programs with diverse objectives, including nature protection, rural development, and learning aid initiatives. In addition, this issue features three case-based articles that aim to discuss how community programs generate different ways of responding to societal issues, creating space for reflection and collaboration. The contributors to this study came from diverse backgrounds and fields of study, including forestry, architecture, education, and agriculture, providing multiple perspectives on when and how community engagement becomes a necessary process in different contexts.