Transforming Ecotourism in Lampageu Village: an Asset-Based Approach for Sustainable Development

Rizki Amalia; Jeliteng Pribadi; Nabilah Nabilah; Dhea Diban Natasya; Zarfa Dzi Izzati Faisal; Qushayyi Falah; Teuku Arief Hidayat; Haura Fairuzabadi

doi:10.55927/ajcs.v4i1.12595

Authors

Rizki Amalia Jurusan Manajemen, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Jeliteng Pribadi Jurusan Manajemen, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Nabilah Nabilah Jurusan Manajemen, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Dhea Diban Natasya Jurusan Manajemen, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Zarfa Dzi Izzati Faisal Diploma Sekretaris, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Qushayyi Falah Jurusan Manajemen, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Teuku Arief Hidayat Jurusan Manajemen, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Haura Fairuzabadi Diploma Sekretaris, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Syiah Kuala

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ajcs.v4i1.12595

Keywords:

Ecotourism, Asset-Based Community Development, Masterplan, Community Participation, Sustainable Development

Abstract

This study aims to develop a masterplan for ecotourism in Desa Lampageu using the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach. The research explores how local assets—both natural and cultural—can be mobilized for sustainable development. A qualitative descriptive methodology was employed, involving Focus Group Discussions (FGD), field observations, and interviews with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders. Data collection spanned three months and focused on identifying assets, creating a digital tourism map, and drafting a comprehensive masterplan integrated with the village budget. Results indicate that the ABCD approach fosters community participation and ownership, leading to practical outcomes such as new facilities and enhanced tourism visibility. This model offers replicable strategies for other villages aiming to achieve sustainable ecotourism.

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