Sustainable Resilience of Women Batik Makers in the Face of Environmental Degradation

Amalia  Fubani; Sri Setiawati  Tumuyu; Donna  Asteria

doi:10.47540/ijsei.v6i1.1770

Authors

Amalia Fubani Department of Environmental Science, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia
Sri Setiawati Tumuyu Department of Environmental Science, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia
Donna Asteria Department of Environmental Science, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47540/ijsei.v6i1.1770

Keywords:

Environmental Degradation, Flooding and Tidal Inundation, Groundwater Exploitation, Women's Resilience

Abstract

This study examines the impact of environmental degradation caused by urbanization and groundwater exploitation in North Pekalongan, which has triggered flooding, tidal inundation, and permanent waterlogging in 30% of the area. These conditions increase the vulnerability of female batik artisans in social, economic, and environmental aspects, threatening the sustainability of batik production. Using qualitative methods and an exploratory mixed approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, surveys, and analyses such as overlay, indices, and SWOT. The findings show that: 1) Environmental degradation in Pekalongan City involves wetland conversion, land subsidence from soil deterioration and groundwater overuse, mangrove loss, and limited green spaces, all leading to flooding; 2) Female batik artisans face increased vulnerability and reduced resilience; 3) Stakeholders address these issues through government flood control measures, NGO sanitation projects, climate adaptation groups, and academic data support; 4) Sustainable resilience strategies prioritize offensive approaches, such as home elevation, empowering artisans, and leveraging external opportunities. The recommended sustainable resilience strategy is offensive, optimally leveraging internal strengths and external opportunities.

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