MARITIME BASED RISK MANAGEMENT AS AN EFFORT TO STRENGTHEN THE ECONOMIC RESILIENCE OF COASTAL COMMUNITIES

Abstract

Coastal communities rely heavily on maritime-based economic activities such as fisheries, marine transportation, and coastal tourism. However, these activities are highly exposed to various risks, including environmental, operational, financial, and safety risks. Limited awareness and capacity in risk management often weaken the economic resilience of coastal communities. This community service program aims to strengthen the economic resilience of coastal communities through the implementation of maritime-based risk management. The program was conducted through training, practical workshops, and continuous mentoring focused on risk identification, risk assessment, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to maritime activities. The results indicate an improvement in participants’ understanding of maritime risk management, enhanced preparedness in facing operational and environmental risks, and increased economic resilience. This program demonstrates that maritime-based risk management can serve as an effective approach to empowering coastal communities and supporting sustainable coastal economic development.