ENHANCING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT FOR CONSERVATION AND REHABILITATION THROUGH A CASE STUDY IN SUNGAI JERNIH GEO PARK PERLIS

Abstract

This study underscores the pivotal role of community awareness, knowledge, effectiveness, and engagement in driving successful environmental conservation efforts, with a specific focus on Sungai Bukit Jernih Geo Park, Perlis and its surrounding ecosystems. By fostering a deeper understanding of environmental issues and promoting collective engagement, communities can significantly contribute to the preservation and revitalization of fragile ecosystems like Sungai Bukit Jernih. Through a combination of surveys, interviews, and on-site inspections, a comprehensive examination of the situation was conducted. The findings indicate a noteworthy enhancement in the Sungai Jernih community's understanding of the geopark's challenges. This underscores the transformative potential of community involvement in environmental preservation.