Partisipasi Masyarakat dalam Pelaksanaan Program Keluarga Berencana di Kelurahan Celep, Kecamatan Sidoarjo, Kabupaten Sidoarjo

Abstract

This descriptive qualitative study aims to analyze the low level of community participation in the Family
Planning (KB) program in Celep Village, Sidoarjo. This phenomenon is driven by complex factors,
ranging from a lack of education and conflicting religious or customary values to inadequate health
facilities and financial constraints. The research data were gathered through observation, documentation,
and in-depth interviews with stakeholders from the Sidoarjo Sub-district, Celep Village officials, and
PPKBD/sub-PPKBD cadres. The data analysis followed the stages of data reduction, data display, and
conclusion drawing, focusing on four key aspects: community needs, interests, customs, and the
communal nature of the society. The findings reveal that while the community's need for information has
been addressed, the supporting facilities remain insufficient. Community interest is gradually increasing
through Communication, Information, and Education (KIE) activities, although the use of digital media
for outreach is still underutilized. Furthermore, there is a dualism in customary and religious perspectives;
some residents accept the program for long-term welfare, while others perceive it as opposing divine
destiny. Additionally, while strong communal ties and moral relationships have been established between
cadres and the community, participation remains imbalanced as it is heavily dominated by mothers,
whereas the involvement of fathers as key decision-makers remains significantly low.