Dita Puspita Septyaningrum, Sri Wibawani

Evaluation Of The Disaster Resilient Village (Destana) Program In Wedoro Village, Waru Subdistrict, Sidoarjo Regency

Introduction

Evaluation of the disaster resilient village (destana) program in wedoro village, waru subdistrict, sidoarjo regency. Evaluate the Destana (Disaster Resilient Village) program in flood-prone Wedoro, Sidoarjo. This research assesses program effectiveness & efficiency, offering recommendations for community disaster resilience.

Abstract

Indonesia's geographical location makes it a country prone to natural disasters. The effects of climate change in Indonesia also cause environmental damage that results in disasters. The cause of a series of natural disaster symptoms cannot be separated from human actions that damage nature, so disaster mitigation needs to be done as a form of anticipation. Disaster management in each region has a particular institution, the National Disaster Management Agency, abbreviated as BNPB. One of the BNPB programs that aims to increase the independence and resilience of communities living in vulnerable areas is the Destana program. Wedoro in Waru Subdistrict is a disaster-prone area, especially in floods, and has been running the Destana program since 2022. Researchers are interested in researching the evaluation of the Destana program in Wedoro. The purpose of the research is to evaluate and provide recommendations for the Destana program in Wedoro according to 6 indicators in the form of effectivity, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsivity, and accuracy. The type of research conducted is descriptive qualitative, using the William N. Dunn evaluation method and data collection techniques of observation, interview, and documentation. The results showed that of the six fulfillment of evaluation indicators, there was one indicator that had not gone well, namely the efficiency indicator, due to the lack of utilization of human resources, so it could be concluded that the Destana program in Wedoro could be continued by increasing human resources in Wedoro Village.

Review

This study undertakes a timely and relevant evaluation of the Disaster Resilient Village (Destana) program in Wedoro Village, Waru Subdistrict, Sidoarjo Regency, a region frequently impacted by floods. Given Indonesia's high vulnerability to natural disasters and the increasing effects of climate change, initiatives like Destana are crucial for enhancing community independence and resilience. The research clearly articulates its purpose: to evaluate and provide recommendations for the Destana program across six key indicators: effectivity, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsivity, and accuracy. This focused approach, utilizing the William N. Dunn evaluation method with descriptive qualitative research, promises valuable insights into the practical implementation of national disaster management strategies at the local level. The methodology employed, a descriptive qualitative approach with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, is appropriate for an in-depth program evaluation. The strength of the study lies in its systematic application of the six evaluation indicators, which provides a comprehensive framework for assessment. The key finding that five out of six indicators were met successfully, with only the efficiency indicator falling short due to inadequate human resource utilization, offers a clear and actionable insight. This direct conclusion, recommending the program's continuation with a specific focus on improving human resources in Wedoro Village, is a practical and well-supported outcome of the research. While the study successfully identifies a critical area for improvement (efficiency linked to human resource utilization), it could benefit from a deeper exploration into the *root causes* of this particular inefficiency. For instance, is the lack of utilization due to insufficient training, motivation, inadequate organizational structure, or a deficit in funding for resource deployment? Future research or an extended analysis within this study could delve into these underlying factors to provide more nuanced and targeted recommendations beyond simply "increasing human resources." Nonetheless, this evaluation offers valuable qualitative data for local stakeholders and national agencies, highlighting both the successes and the specific challenges faced in implementing vital community resilience programs.

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