Social Capital in Collective Action on Water Resources Management in Buleleng, Bali, Indonesia

Abstract

Many studies have shown that community social capital supports sustainable natural resource management. This study demonstrates the relationship between social capital and collaborative management of the environment. This study was conducted in Bali's Buleleng Regency using a survey methodology. Research data were collected for six months, July – December 2022. The study results show that people in eight villages are in the "Den Bukit" area and carry out collective action "Atas Nama Air.” This collective action took place in the last year after strengthening social capital. Strengthening social capital is carried out by community leaders and supported by government intervention through Social Forestry programs. The findings of this study suggest that community leaders' capacity and social capital, as well as government support for encouraging sustainable natural resource management, should be strengthened.