INTEGRASI LAYANAN INFORMASI DALAM MENINGKATKAN KAPASITAS PEMAHAMAN MAHASISWA MENGHADAPI BENCANA ALAM

Abstract

The situation and condition of the universe has a great influence on individual attitudes and environmental changes. Failure to create environmental friendliness can be seen from unstable natural conditions such as floods, earthquakes, landslides. This change is caused by a lack of awareness, low environmental care from individuals, and the surrounding community. The purpose of this study is to provide students with an understanding of the causes of natural disasters, how to respond appropriately so as not to harm the community when natural disasters occur as part of preventive measures through the provision of information services. This research uses qualitative-descriptive method. Interview data collection techniques and documentation. the main informants consisted of 4 5th semester students and 2 BKPI lecturers supporting informants. The research results obtained from interviews with BKPI students in semester 5 include their self-understanding of natural disaster situations that have not been able to be handled properly. This cause becomes a joint evaluation of the community, students, and the local government to prioritize the provision of disaster preparedness information services. Information services have an important role in increasing knowledge and self-understanding for each individual to respond to disaster situations with stable emotional conditions, minimizing anxiety levels and being able to adapt well to adaptation in the post-disaster environment.