Opportunities and Challenges of Regional Autonomy in the Era of Globalization (Case Study of Silimabanua Village, Somambawa Sub-District, South Nias District)

Abstract

Regional autonomy in the era of globalization is important to encourage village independence and innovation in the face of information and technology. Villages become active actors in development by managing resources and designing programs according to their needs. Autonomy is a strategy to strengthen competitiveness without leaving local identity. This study aims to analyze the opportunities and challenges of regional autonomy in the era of globalization in Silimabanua Village, Somambawa Sub-district, Nias Selatan Regency, The method in this study uses qualitative with a case study approach. There were 35 informants in this study with data collection using primary data through interviews. Research in Silimabanua Village shows that village autonomy is running quite well. The village government is considered to have authority, community participation is high, and development is helped despite constraints in funds and human resources. Globalization is felt strongly and responded to positively. Technology has begun to be utilized in services, although not optimally. Residents suggested technology training, MSME development, and digitization of services.