The Impact of State Intervention on Social Capital of Fishermen Community in Small Islands
Abstract: This paper aims to
discuss the impact of state intervention on social capital of fishermen
community in small islands. The research was conducted in Barrang Lompo Island,
Makassar. The data was collected through in-depth interview and limited
observation from twelve informants determined by snowball sampling.
Questionnaires were also spread to about 40 respondents. The data was then
analyzed qualitatively to explain research’s data and facts. The results of the
research show that state intervention for the last ten years on small islands
communities has impact on
various aspects such
as the diminishing
loyalty and trust
among locals to
the government. Therefore, the
intervention reduce the community’s participation, individually and
collectively, in development activities. The situation, in turn, could affect
the diminishing political capacity of the locals and government in the
implementation of development in the islands. The state intervention, however,
strengthened social solidarity, local value practices and the enthusiasm to
understand religious values which in turn could tighten the internal bond of a
community. This bond can become a potential strength to build communities in
small islands.
Keywords: impact; state
intervention; social capital; local communities; trust; social network and
values/norms
Author: Sakaria J. Anwar, Lala
M. Kolopaking, Rilus A. Kinseng, Aida Vitayala S. Hubeis
Journal Code: jpsosiologigg140015
