Gerakan Peduli Kebersihan melalui Sosialisasi kepada Masyarakat dan Memberikan Pendidikan Edukatif bagi Anak-Anak Sekolah Dasar

Abstract

Community Service Program (KKN) is one form of community service carried out by university students as part of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. This KKN activity was carried out by Group 02 in Hilisondrekha Village, Telukdalam District, South Nias Regency, from July 11, 2026 to August 22, 2026. The main programs carried out included private tutoring for elementary school students in Hilisondrekha Village, community mutual cooperation activities, the construction of a garbage disposal facility, and activities to commemorate the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia in Hilisondrekha Village. The implementation methods included field observations, interviews, training, mentoring, and evaluation. The results of the activities showed an increase in the knowledge and skills of the community through the implemented work programs, the development of learning interests and talents among elementary school students, and increased students' confidence in reading in front of the class. In addition, the mutual cooperation activities succeeded in creating a cleaner and more organized environment around the village hall. The construction of the garbage disposal facility also provided a facility that could be utilized by the community as a more organized place for burning plastic waste. The activities held to commemorate the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia also strengthened relationships and created harmonious interactions between KKN students and the people of Hilisondrekha Village. Overall, the KKN activities are expected to provide sustainable benefits to the community and serve as a reference for the implementation of KKN activities in the future.