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Navigating the promise and perils of village autonomy: Insights from Kepulauan Meranti, Indonesia Saputra, Robert; Tomáš Havlíček
Dynamics of Rural Society Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Dynamics of Rural Society Journal
Publisher : Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Gorontalo State University, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37905/drsj.v3i2.82

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This study investigates the impact of village autonomy on rural development in Indonesia which focuses on the implementation of Village Law No. 6/2014. The objective of this research includes: (1) analyzing the implementation of decentralization in rural Indonesia through Village Law No. 6/2014, (2) assessing the effects of village autonomy on rural development, and (3) identifying factors mediating the relationship between village autonomy and rural development. This research further uses a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative analysis and field observations. This study evaluates key variables such as resource allocation, access to services, participation, social cohesion, and economic opportunities. Results of the study indicates that village autonomy, particularly access to services and economic opportunities, significantly influences rural development. Village Law No. 6/2014 has empowered local government through increased decision-making authority, financial allocation, and community participation. However, challenges such as reliance on intergovernmental transfers, limited administrative capacity, and government inefficiencies hinder its full potential. This study identifies institutional environments and local governance practices as critical mediators, emphasizing the need for transparency, participatory planning, and capacity building. Additionally, the cash-for-work program (Padat Karya Tunai - PKT) is highlighted as a complementary strategy to enhance rural livelihoods and infrastructure. This research concludes that integrating PKT with village autonomy policies can foster inclusive and sustainable rural development. Recommendations include expanding PKT, improving governance mechanisms, and ensuring equitable resource distribution to address underdevelopment in rural Indonesia. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners seeking to design more effective governance frameworks and targeted interventions which support equitable growth and resilience in rural communities.
Building Competitive Rural Enterprises through Collaborative Governance: A Model for Strengthening BUMDes in Indonesia Saputra, Robert; Havlicek, Tomas
International Journal of Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurship Vol 8 No 2 (2025): IJEBE July-December 2025
Publisher : FEB - Universitas Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23960/ijebe.v8i2.334

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Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) have emerged as key instruments for rural economic development in Indonesia, yet many face challenges in sustainability, innovation, and stakeholder engagement. This study proposes an integrated strategic model combining the Penta-Helix collaboration framework and value chain analysis to strengthen BUMDes performance. Drawing on qualitative case studies from three villages in Kepulauan Meranti Regency—Bina Maju, Semukut, and Tanjung—the research explores how collaboration with government, academia, private sector, media, and community aligns with value creation across enterprise stages. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed thematically. Findings reveal strong community and government roles, but limited integration of academic, private, and media actors. The study identifies context-specific gaps and proposes a stakeholder-aligned implementation roadmap to improve BUMDes operations. This research contributes a flexible, scalable model for building competitive, collaborative, and resilient rural enterprises, offering both theoretical insight and practical guidance for local governments, development agencies, and BUMDes managers.
Co-Authors Havlicek, Tomas Tomáš Havlíček