The Existence of Culture and Livelihood Strategies in Kasepuhan Sinar Resmi in Facing Climate Change

Kasepuhan Sinar Resmi is one of the indigenous communities in West Java that has various cultures and traditions. The term culture can be defined as the totality of behavior patterns, arts, beliefs, institutions and all other products of human work and thought. Culture as beliefs, values, norms, symbols and traditions that have been learned are common to a group of people, Kasepuhan Sinar Resmi is one of the traditional villages that still upholds cultural values. In the context of climate change that is increasingly evident, indigenous communities have a role in protecting the environment. The purpose of this research is to see how culture in indigenous villages can be a defense in maintaining ecosystems due to climate change and their livelihood strategies. The cultural elements that have long been practiced by Kasepuhan Sinar Resmi have an important contribution to the Kasepuhan in preventing the impacts of climate change. One example of such cultural activities is the custom to plant rice only once a year. The cultural elements of Kasepuhan Sinar Resmi also have an impact on the livelihood strategies of the Kasepuhan community. Although the majority of the area is agricultural, the livelihood strategy includes livelihood diversification, such as tourism and handicraft development, which not only strengthens the local economy but also promotes cultural preservation.