INTEGRATION OF LOCAL WISDOM AND COMMUNICATION STRATEGY IN CONSERVATION POLICY FOR SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT

This paper emphasizes the importance of integrating local wisdom into conservation policies from the perspective of participatory communication as a key strategy for achieving sustainable and inclusive development. The participatory communication approach emphasizes the active role of various stakeholders, especially local communities, in the decision-making process and policy formulation, thereby increasing the effectiveness of environmental conservation while strengthening community ownership and responsibility. This study aims to fill the literature gap regarding the relationship between the communication dimension in the integration of local wisdom and traditional conservation practices, using a literature review that highlights the importance of inclusive, dialogic, and adaptive communication strategies. The findings indicate that the success of local wisdom-based conservation policies is highly dependent on the development of effective communication channels that actively involve communities and respect traditional knowledge. The integration of scientific and cultural communication approaches has been proven to enhance ecological sustainability while strengthening local cultural values, thereby accelerating the achievement of conservation and sustainable development goals in a holistic and inclusive manner.