Comparative analysis reveals how heritage meanings are negotiated in local communities and governance frameworks.
Key Points
The aim is to explore how cultural and natural heritage can be integrated in Indonesian governance, addressing the marginalization of Indigenous perspectives.
Comparative analysis of two sites: Sangiran and Liang Bua.
Conducted focus groups and interviews.
Performed policy analysis to assess heritage governance.
In Sangiran, fossils are integrated into local historical narratives, enhancing community identity.
In Liang Bua, fossils are viewed externally, linked to tourism and political-economic conditions.
The analysis highlights uneven negotiations reflecting asymmetries in authority and resource access.