Institutional Strengthening in Mangrove Forest Management for Sustainable Ecotourism from the Perspective of Common- Pool Resources (CPRs)

This research aims to analyze the role and dynamics of institutions in mangrove forest management for ecotourism, as well as to evaluate the application of Common-Pool Resources (CPRs) management principles. The study is expected to formulate an adaptive and sustainable institutional model to support mangrove forest management as a shared resource that promotes both local community welfare and environmental conservation. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach to gain an in-depth understanding of institutional dynamics in ecotourism-based mangrove forest management in Cukunyinyi, Pesawaran Regency, from the perspective of CPRs. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis follows Miles and Huberman’s stages of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while data validity is ensured through source triangulation. The findings indicate that the governance framework of common-pool resources has sufficiently supported mangrove ecotourism management in Cukunyinyi, Sidodadi Village, Teluk Pandan Subdistrict, particularly in terms of resource availability, commitment, and monitoring. Given the open-access nature of mangrove forests as a public good, the area meets the criteria of CPRs in natural resource management. Furthermore, the Sidodadi Village Government has established institutional structures through village regulations and the Village- Owned Enterprise (BUMDes) that actively support mangrove ecotourism. Nonetheless, the development of Cukunyinyi ecotourism faces significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure (poor road access and drainage), limited tourism promotion, shortage of trained human resources for guiding and facility management, and constraints in securing environmental conservation funding.