{"id":3163,"date":"2025-10-20T09:10:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T02:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unnes.ac.id\/sdgs\/?p=3163"},"modified":"2025-10-20T10:11:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T03:11:25","slug":"learning-conservation-from-local-wisdom-unnes-social-studies-students-conduct-a-community-based-study-on-rainwater-management-to-support-sdg-6-sdg-13-and-sdg-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unnes.ac.id\/sdgs\/learning-conservation-from-local-wisdom-unnes-social-studies-students-conduct-a-community-based-study-on-rainwater-management-to-support-sdg-6-sdg-13-and-sdg-14\/","title":{"rendered":"Learning Conservation from Local Wisdom: UNNES Social Studies Students Conduct a Community-Based Study on Rainwater Management"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As part of a community-based learning program, 91 students and four lecturers from the Social Studies Education Program, Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES), conducted a field study titled \u201cKajian Fenomena Sosial I\u201d<\/em> at the Banyu Bening Rainwater School<\/em> in Yogyakarta on October 15, 2025. This activity served as an experiential learning platform emphasizing environmental conservation and the preservation of local wisdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The group was warmly welcomed by the founder of the Rainwater School, who introduced the concept of \u201cA school by the people, for the people\u201d<\/em> \u2014 a community-based educational initiative that utilizes rainwater as a source of life and a symbol of human\u2013nature harmony. The accompanying lecturers expressed appreciation for the reception, emphasizing that the activity aligns with UNNES\u2019s identity as a conservation-oriented university. \u201cStudents are encouraged to learn directly from communities that practice water conservation in simple yet impactful ways,\u201d one lecturer explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event commenced with the singing of the national anthem Indonesia Raya<\/em>, followed by a collective prayer and an introduction to the rainwater management system developed by the Banyu Bening community. Students then participated in interactive discussions on rainwater utilization, covering topics such as purification processes, community acceptance, and the socio-cultural aspects of sustainable water use. The hosts explained that the success of rainwater conservation is not merely technological but also rooted in ecological awareness and a transformative mindset toward nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the practical session, students learned about the stages of rainwater therapy \u2014 including collection, filtration, and quality testing \u2014 and had the opportunity to taste and apply the processed water in daily contexts. Many students expressed surprise that rainwater can be transformed into clean, fresh water through proper management and knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The activity concluded with a group photo and the collective chant \u201cSalam Air Hujan \u2014 Berkah, Berkah, Berkah!\u201d<\/em> (\u201cRainwater Greetings \u2014 Blessings, Blessings, Blessings!\u201d), symbolizing the spirit of collaboration between students and the local community. Through this initiative, UNNES students not only expanded their socio-ecological understanding but also practiced the core values of environmental conservation that define the university\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This field study contributes directly to the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):<\/p>\n\n\n\n