Policy Implementation of the Recognition and Protection of the Kampung Kuta Indigenous Community in Ciamis Regency

The recognition and protection of indigenous peoples' rights remain a complex challenge in public administration, particularly concerning land conflicts and overlapping authorities. This study analyzes the implementation of the Ciamis Regency Local Regulation No. 15 of 2016 concerning the Recognition and Protection of the Kampung Kuta Indigenous Community. Utilizing a qualitative descriptive approach, this research applies the Mazmanian and Sabatier policy implementation model, focusing on the tractability of the problem, the ability of the statute to structure implementation, and non-statutory variables. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and literature studies. The results indicate that while the local regulation exists, its implementation is hindered by several structural and normative barriers. First, the complexity of customary land (tanah ulayat) status intersecting with state land regimes makes the problem difficult to manage. Second, the policy lacks derivative technical regulations (Regent Regulations), leading to an operational void, ambiguous distribution of authority among local agencies, and limited budget allocation. Third, environmental factors such as fluctuating political commitment and the lack of collaborative governance weaken the formal capacity of the customary institution. The study concludes that effective protection requires formulating clear derivative regulations, integrating local wisdom with modern governance practices, and establishing a collaborative framework between the local government and indigenous institutions.

Policy Implementation, Indigenous Community, Kampung Kuta, Public Administration, Local Wisdom.

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