Effectiveness and Challenges of the Resilient Village Program in Indonesia

Abstract

Indonesia, situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire and at the convergence of three major tectonic plates, is highly vulnerable to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and landslides. In response to this, the government launched the Disaster Resilient Village Program aimed at enhancing community preparedness through training, infrastructure development, and strengthening early warning systems. While many regions in Indonesia have implemented this program, some villages have encountered challenges in its execution. This study focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of the Disaster Resilient Village Program in improving community preparedness, specifically in the Aceh and Lamteungoh villages. Data were gathered through document analysis and analyzed thematically to identify key factors and challenges in program implementation. The results indicate that active community participation and government support are critical to the program’s success. However, issues such as inadequate infrastructure and insufficient funding hinder full implementation. This study recommends improving infrastructure maintenance, fostering better coordination among stakeholders, and ensuring the sustainability of disaster training and simulation efforts to enhance community resilience against future disasters.