Participatory Mapping of Waste Management Typologies in RW 05, Lebak Siliwangi, Bandung City Rahma Dewi, Lely Syiddatul Akliyah, Hilwati Hindersah, Rose Fatmadewi, Ananda Muhammad Raihan, Muhammad Zharfan Nafis ^Aly, Sophi Ayni Putri
Urban and Regional Planning Program, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Islam Bandung
Abstract
Public awareness of waste sorting and processing in RW 05, Lebak Siliwangi Subdistrict, remains limited despite various environmental initiatives. Current waste management practices are predominantly top-down, with information dissemination and educational outreach primarily targeting administrative officials, rather than directly engaging the wider community. This centralized approach has contributed to the low level of community participation in sustainable waste practices. In response, this study implemented a participatory and context-sensitive methodology aimed at encouraging grassroots involvement in waste management. The research began with community-based mapping to understand the existing conditions, supported by participatory field observations, Geographic Information System (GIS)-based spatial analysis, and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with local stakeholders. Field data were systematically analyzed and categorized into typologies based on three main indicators: residents^ educational exposure to waste management, actual sorting behavior, and active participation in waste processing. Among 121 surveyed households, 67.8% had received some form of education on waste management. However, only 25.6% practiced waste sorting, and a mere 4.1% were involved in processing waste. A significant portion (42.9%) had received education but had not translated it into practice. These findings highlight the critical need for sustainable, behavior-focused interventions. Key project outcomes include thematic maps, scientific outputs, educational materials, and video documentation that support the broader vision of transforming the area into a Waste-Free Zone.
