Socio-Cultural and Ecological Dynamics of Local Communities in the Face of Karst Transformation During the Anthropocene Era (Case Study Rammang-Rammang Area of Maros)

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10.2991/978-2-38476-236-1_92How to use a DOI?

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Karst; Local Communities; Rammang-Rammang

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the socio-cultural and ecological dynamics of local communities in adaptive mechanisms on Rammang-Rammang karst region in response to crises threat, aiming to offer significant understanding for the sustainable administration and preservation of biodiversity in the karst region of Rammang-Rammang Maros. The research employs a qualitative research methodology and adopts a case study technique, focusing the local community in Rammang-Rammang Maros is deeply connected to the preservation of cultural values and practices, which are rooted in their environment and beliefs. The indigenous community maintains a conservative approach towards the karst area, focusing on the preservation of their ancestors’ cultural legacy through sacred rituals. The karst landscape serves as a repository of climatic data and a climate archive, and the local community plays a crucial role in preserving the karst landscape. The Anthropocene era has accelerated human impact on the environment, requiring a comprehensive approach to address social and ecological changes. The local community plays a crucial role in preserving the karst landscape, implementing measures to restore ecosystems and implement changes in governmental regulations. Cooperation among local populations, governments, and environmental groups is essential for ensuring the long-term viability and conservation of the Karst equilibrium in the Anthropocene age.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Fian Anawagis
AU  - Pawennari Hijjang
AU  - Yahya Yahya
AU  - Jayana Suryana Kembara
AU  - Andi Irma Saraswati
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/04/29
TI  - Socio-Cultural and Ecological Dynamics of Local Communities in the Face of Karst Transformation During the Anthropocene Era (Case Study Rammang-Rammang Area of Maros)
BT  - Proceedings of the World Conference on Governance and Social Sciences (WCGSS 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 853
EP  - 860
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-236-1_92
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-236-1_92
ID  - Anawagis2024
ER  -