Local Wisdom of Anak Rawa Tribe in Maintaining and Utilizing Mato Rimbo Customary Forest
Rd. Siti Sofro Sidiq (a*), Indrawati (b), T. Romi Marnelly (c), Mita Rosaliza (d), Muhammad Ihsan (e), Mochammad Lathif Amin (f), Seger Sugiyanto (g)

Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Riau University
Bina Widya Campus Km 12, 5 Simpang Baru, Pekanbaru City 28293, Indonesia
sitisofrosidiq[at]lecturer.unri.ac.id

Abstract

This research explores the cultural practices, values and beliefs that guide the Anak Rawa community in managing their forest resources. Through in-depth interviews, field observations, and document analysis, the research reveals that the tribe^s traditional ecological knowledge has enabled them to maintain biodiversity and protect forest ecosystems. In addition, the community^s practices emphasize a deep spiritual connection with the land, viewing the forest not only as a resource, but as an integral part of their cultural identity and livelihoods. The paper also discusses how these local traditions can serve as models for forest conservation and sustainable management in a broader context. The findings highlight the importance of integrating indigenous knowledge into modern conservation efforts to ensure the long-term preservation of natural resources and cultural heritage.

Keywords: Anak Rawa Tribe- Cultural- Forest- Livelihood

Topic: Anthropology