Pasipupukang Tradition As A Representation Of Mutual Cooperation Values In The Bajo Community Of Pasir Putih Village, North Konawe

Abstrak

Abstract: Pasipupukang is a traditional practice of mutual cooperation deeply rooted in the cultural life of the Bajo ethnic community in Pasir Putih Village, North Konawe Regency. As a symbol of solidarity and social unity, this tradition has historically functioned as both a means of solving collective problems and as a mechanism for strengthening communal identity. However, this research identifies two major challenges to the sustainability of the Pasipupukang tradition. First, the influence of modernization has shifted social values from communalism toward individualism, leading to a decline in active community participation in traditional practices. The introduction of digital technology and changes in lifestyle have reduced the relevance of Pasipupukang among some community members. Second, there is a weakening of intergenerational transmission of cultural values. The younger generation is becoming increasingly unfamiliar with the philosophical and practical aspects of the tradition due to the lack of cultural education, absence of modern media adaptation, and limited involvement of youth in traditional activities. Using a qualitative ethnographic method involving interviews, observation, and literature review, this study concludes that sustaining the Pasipupukang tradition requires adaptive strategies such as the integration of local cultural content into education, digital documentation, and proactive youth involvement. Cultural preservation efforts must not only maintain traditional forms but also ensure the continued relevance of cultural values in contemporary social life.

Kata kunci

• Modernization
• Pasipupukang
• Tradition
• cultural transmission
• intergenerational values