Government Intervention in the Business Development of Woven Fabric Craftsmen Group (Study in Masalili Village, Kontunaga District, Muna Regency)

Abstrak

This study aims to find out the forms of government intervention in supporting the business development of woven fabric artisan groups and obstacles in the business development of woven fabric artisan groups in Masalili Village, Kontunaga District, Muna Regency. The research method used is qualitative research. The determination of informants in this study uses the Purposive sampling method so that the informants are village secretaries, group leaders, and group members. The data collection techniques carried out are observation, interview and documentation methods, the data obtained is then analyzed qualitatively with an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that government intervention in supporting the business development of woven fabric craftsmen groups is carried out through several forms, namely capital participation by providing assistance in the construction of studio houses, training that contributes greatly to skill improvement and motif variation, and marketing through cooperation with Village Owned Enterprises. However, in the development process there are still obstacles, such as limited raw materials that are difficult to obtain around the location and marketing limitations due to the lack of product containers. However, the community still tries to overcome these obstacles for the sustainability of the weaving business.

Kata kunci

• Business Development
• Government Intervention
• Woven Fabric Craftsmen