Food Security Interventions to Eradicate Extreme Poverty: Case Studies in Food Insecure Areas

Mohammad Rezza Fahlevvi (Institut Pemerintahan Dalam Negeri)
Ikra Novar Rizqi (Institut Pemerintahan Dalam Negeri)
Lina Marlina (Institut Pemerintahan Dalam Negeri)
Lelly Triatni Siregar (Institut Pemerintahan Dalam Negeri)

Civitas Consecratio: Journal of Community Service and Empowerment
Vol 5 No 1 (2025)

Food security remains a significant challenge for vulnerable areas, requiring sustainable interventions to improve community well-being. This community service activity aims to strengthen food security through a participatory approach involving nutrition education, local food diversification training, and program sustainability monitoring. The Participatory Action Research (PAR) method was applied, with data collected through questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and participatory observations. The results showed a significant improvement in household food security, with food insecurity rates dropping from 65% to 30%, alongside positive changes in consumption patterns. However, program sustainability still requires policy support and the involvement of local stakeholders to ensure long-term impact. The conclusion emphasizes that community-based interventions can be an effective model for enhancing food security, but sustainable strategies are essential to maintain program benefits over time.