SOCIAL CAPITAL IN ENHANCING COMMUNITY ECONOMY: THE CASE OF MUHAMMADIYAH BOARDING SCHOOL (MBS) SLEMAN PRAMBHANAN, YOGYAKARTA

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study examines the role of social capital in enhancing community economy as reflected in the case of pasentran MBS Sleman, Prambhanan, Yogyakarta. Specifically, it reports the preliminary data collected during fieldwork conducted at Pasentran MBS Sleman, Prambhanan, Yogyakartaon July 26, 2018. Subsequently, it focuses on the potential and relevance of social capital in the sustainable development agenda at the community level as reflected in the case of MBS Sleman. Methods: This study utilizes a qualitative research design using the case study and in-depth interviews with pasentran’s top management, observation, and document research. By adopting a case study method and an interpretative approach to data analysis this study explores the underpinning determinants of successful local level development from socio-economic sustainability perspectives. Findings: Researchers found that MBS Sleman has been on the right track in implementing the agenda of sustainable development particularly from the socio-economic sustainability framework. This research also identifies several socio-economic sustainability practices and critical success factors to accelerate the achievement of self-sufficiency economy and sustainable communities at the local level. Novelty: This study recommends a more integral and comprehensive model and framework for local-level development particularly for MBS Sleman. It may also trigger a review of specific strategies and initiatives related to developing and empowering the local community on how they can anticipate, participate and act constructively in the sustainability agenda.