MEMBERDAYAKAN PEMUDA TANGGUH: PELATIHAN WIRAUSAHA UNTUK RELAWAN BENCANA DI KAWASAN MERAPI

Abstract

This community service program aims to enhance the economic capacity of youth groups engaged in disaster mitigation in the disaster-prone area of Mount Merapi through entrepreneurship training. The program is implemented in Dusun Srunen, Desa Glagah Rejo, Cangkringan District, Sleman Regency, DIY, which is one of the areas affected by Mount Merapi's activity. The methods used in this activity include training, mentoring, and hands-on practice in business development. The training materials cover entrepreneurial motivation, identification of business opportunities based on local potential, business plan preparation, simple financial management, and product marketing strategies. The results of this community service program demonstrate an increase in participants' understanding and skills in entrepreneurship, the establishment of new business groups, and the creation of alternative income sources for youth in disaster-prone areas. This activity is expected to promote economic independence within the community while strengthening social resilience in facing potential disasters in the Merapi area.