Edukasi Konservasi Mangrove dan Pemanfaatan Potensi Lokal sebagai Upaya Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Pesisir Desa Sungsang, Banyuasin

Mangrove ecosystems play a vital role in maintaining coastal ecological balance and providing social and economic benefits. Sungsang Village, Banyuasin II District, Banyuasin Regency, has mangrove resources that can be developed through conservation and sustainable utilization. These efforts require greater community knowledge and awareness of mangrove preservation. This community service program aimed to improve community knowledge, awareness, and skills in mangrove conservation and value-added product development. Activities included education on mangrove functions and benefits, demonstrations and practical training in local material processing, packaging and marketing training, and community mentoring. Evaluation involved pre-tests and post-tests to assess knowledge improvement. The results showed increased understanding of mangrove ecological functions, conservation, and sustainable resource utilization. Participants also improved their skills in product development and gained knowledge of packaging and marketing strategies. Integrating conservation education with local product is expected to strengthen community participation in mangrove preservation and promote sustainable resource utilization while integrating ecological, social, and economic dimensions.