Analysis Of Community Participation In The Total Community -Based Sanitation Program (STBM) The First Pillar Stop Defecation (BABS) In Batuhula Village And Telo Village, Batangtoru District, South Tapanuli Regency In 2018

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Analysis of Community Participation in the Total Community-Based Sanitation Program (STBM) of the First Pillar Stop Defecation (BABS) in Batuhula Village and Telo Village

Introduction

Community-Based Total Sanitation (STBM) is a crucial approach used to change sanitation and hygiene behavior through community empowerment. The first pillar of this program, which is stopping defecating carelessly (BABS), is the entrance to better sanitation. Despite the efforts of Puskesmas to increase public awareness of the importance of sanitation, the use of healthy latrines in Batuhula Village and Telo Village has not yet reached an ideal number. This study aims to analyze community participation in the STBM program, especially the first pillar of STOP BABS in the two villages.

Background

The STBM program is a community-led approach to improve sanitation and hygiene behavior. The program focuses on community empowerment, education, and awareness-raising to promote the use of healthy latrines. The first pillar of the program, BABS, is a critical step towards achieving better sanitation. However, the success of the program depends on active community participation. This study aims to investigate the level of community participation in the STBM program in Batuhula Village and Telo Village.

Research Methodology

This study uses a descriptive survey method with data collection through interviews and observations. In Batuhula Village, as many as 37 respondents were chosen randomly, while in Telo Village involved 35 respondents. The questionnaires given include questions about community understanding and participation in the STBM program and physical observation of the existence of latrines in their homes.

Research Results

The results showed a different level of community participation in both villages. In Batuhula Village, community participation reached 64.9%, while in Telo Village it reached 71.4%. Although there is a pretty good participation, observation also shows that there is still a percentage of people who do not have a toilet. In Batuhula Village, 16.2% of respondents did not have a toilet, while in the village of Telo the number was 14.3%. These results indicate that there is still a need for more intensive efforts to educate the public about the benefits of having healthy latrines and providing access to adequate sanitation facilities.

Analysis of Participation and Effects

Community participation recorded shows awareness that began to grow about the importance of maintaining health through good sanitation. However, the percentage of households that do not have a toilet become an indicator that there are still challenges that must be faced. Various factors, such as awareness, education, and accessibility of decent sanitation facilities, play an important role in this participation. The results of this study suggest that community participation is a crucial factor in the success of the STBM program.

The Importance of Continuity of the Program

Good participation must be balanced with concrete actions to create sustainable changes in behavior. Therefore, more intensive efforts must be made to educate the public about the benefits of having healthy latrines and providing access to adequate sanitation facilities. This includes socialization programs, training, and may also provide assistance in the construction of latrines. The continuity of the program is essential to ensure that the community continues to participate actively in the STBM program.

Conclusion and Hope

Based on the results of the study, it is hoped that the community can be more active in participating in the STBM program, in order to create positive changes in sanitation behavior in their environment. With the increase in awareness and participation, it is hoped that all households will soon have a decent latrine. Thus, the STBM program can contribute significantly in creating a clean and healthy environment to the people of Batuhula Village and Telo Village.

Recommendations

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

  • The Puskesmas should continue to provide education and awareness-raising programs to promote the use of healthy latrines.
  • The community should be actively involved in the STBM program to ensure its success.
  • The government should provide assistance in the construction of latrines and provide access to adequate sanitation facilities.
  • The STBM program should be continued and expanded to other villages to create a clean and healthy environment for all communities.

Limitations of the Study

This study has several limitations. Firstly, the study only focused on two villages, Batuhula Village and Telo Village. Secondly, the study only collected data through interviews and observations. Therefore, the results of this study may not be generalizable to other villages or communities.

Future Research Directions

This study provides a foundation for future research on community participation in the STBM program. Future studies should investigate the factors that influence community participation in the STBM program and explore ways to improve community participation. Additionally, future studies should investigate the impact of the STBM program on sanitation behavior and health outcomes.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this study aimed to analyze community participation in the STBM program, especially the first pillar of STOP BABS in Batuhula Village and Telo Village. The results of this study showed that community participation is a crucial factor in the success of the STBM program. The study also highlighted the importance of continuity of the program to ensure that the community continues to participate actively in the STBM program. The findings of this study provide a foundation for future research on community participation in the STBM program and highlight the need for more intensive efforts to educate the public about the benefits of having healthy latrines and providing access to adequate sanitation facilities.
Q&A: Community Participation in the Total Community-Based Sanitation Program (STBM)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Total Community-Based Sanitation Program (STBM)?

A: The STBM program is a community-led approach to improve sanitation and hygiene behavior. The program focuses on community empowerment, education, and awareness-raising to promote the use of healthy latrines.

Q: What is the first pillar of the STBM program?

A: The first pillar of the STBM program is stopping defecating carelessly (BABS). This is a critical step towards achieving better sanitation.

Q: What is the purpose of this study?

A: The purpose of this study is to analyze community participation in the STBM program, especially the first pillar of STOP BABS in Batuhula Village and Telo Village.

Q: What were the research methods used in this study?

A: This study used a descriptive survey method with data collection through interviews and observations. In Batuhula Village, as many as 37 respondents were chosen randomly, while in Telo Village involved 35 respondents.

Q: What were the results of the study?

A: The results showed a different level of community participation in both villages. In Batuhula Village, community participation reached 64.9%, while in Telo Village it reached 71.4%. Although there is a pretty good participation, observation also shows that there is still a percentage of people who do not have a toilet.

Q: What are the factors that influence community participation in the STBM program?

A: Various factors, such as awareness, education, and accessibility of decent sanitation facilities, play an important role in community participation in the STBM program.

Q: What are the recommendations of this study?

A: The Puskesmas should continue to provide education and awareness-raising programs to promote the use of healthy latrines. The community should be actively involved in the STBM program to ensure its success. The government should provide assistance in the construction of latrines and provide access to adequate sanitation facilities.

Q: What are the limitations of this study?

A: This study has several limitations. Firstly, the study only focused on two villages, Batuhula Village and Telo Village. Secondly, the study only collected data through interviews and observations.

Q: What are the future research directions?

A: This study provides a foundation for future research on community participation in the STBM program. Future studies should investigate the factors that influence community participation in the STBM program and explore ways to improve community participation.

Additional Questions and Answers

Q: What is the importance of community participation in the STBM program?

A: Community participation is a crucial factor in the success of the STBM program. It ensures that the community is actively involved in the program and that the program is tailored to their needs.

Q: How can community participation be improved?

A: Community participation can be improved through education and awareness-raising programs, socialization programs, training, and provision of assistance in the construction of latrines.

Q: What are the benefits of the STBM program?

A: The STBM program can contribute significantly in creating a clean and healthy environment to the people of Batuhula Village and Telo Village. It can also improve sanitation behavior and health outcomes.

Q: How can the STBM program be continued and expanded?

A: The STBM program can be continued and expanded by providing education and awareness-raising programs, socialization programs, training, and provision of assistance in the construction of latrines. The program can also be expanded to other villages to create a clean and healthy environment for all communities.