Community Empowerment Based on Education and Mentoring to Increase Local Economic Independence in Kotabumi, Lampung
Keywords:
Community Empowerment; Education; Mentoring; Economic Independence; Local Economy.Abstract
Community empowerment based on education and mentoring is an important strategy in promoting local economic independence, especially in areas with underutilized resource potential. This study aims to analyze the role of community education and mentoring in increasing local economic independence in Kotabumi, Lampung. The approach used was descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of micro-entrepreneurs, community leaders, and empowerment program facilitators. The results show that entrepreneurship education, financial literacy, and strengthening production skills, accompanied by ongoing mentoring, can increase the capacity of communities to manage their businesses independently. Mentoring not only functions as knowledge transfer but also strengthens motivation, business networks, and access to economic resources. However, this study also identified several obstacles, such as limited capital, low technology utilization, and program sustainability. Therefore, synergy between the government, educational institutions, and local communities is a key factor in ensuring the success and sustainability of community empowerment. This research is expected to provide conceptual and practical contributions in the development of a community empowerment model oriented towards local economic independence.
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