Efektivitas Musyawarah Perencanaan Pembangunan (Musrenbang) dalam Mewujudkan Demokrasi Partisipatif di Desa Waiara Kabupaten Sikka

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the extent to which the Development Planning Deliberation (Musrenbang) is effective in supporting the implementation of participatory democracy in Waiara Village, Sikka Regency. Musrenbang serves as a crucial tool in development planning, fostering collaboration between the government and the community to jointly formulate development plans. The study employs a qualitative approach with a case study design, conducted between April and May 2026. Data collection involved in-depth interviews with the village head, Village Consultative Body (BPD) members, community leaders, youth representatives, and local residents, supplemented by direct observation and document analysis. The findings indicate that the implementation of Musrenbang in Waiara Village is effective in fostering participatory democracy. This is evidenced by the active efforts of the BPD to gather aspirations down to the neighborhood (RT) and hamlet levels, the inclusive participation of diverse sectors, high community attendance and enthusiasm, the freedom to express opinions without pressure, and the collaborative determination of priorities during the deliberation forum. The outcomes of the Musrenbang generally align with the community's actual needs, reflecting aspirations gathered directly from the field. The primary challenge encountered is the limited Village Budget (APBDes), which prevents the realization of all community proposals; conversely, there are virtually no obstacles regarding community participation itself. The study concludes that the Musrenbang in Waiara Village has evolved beyond a mere administrative procedure into a vital vehicle for participatory democracy, although communication mechanisms regarding the follow-up on unaccommodated proposals require strengthening to sustain community trust and enthusiasm for participation.