Arisan Gabah Association: Empowerment of Rural Society Economic in Sobang-Lebak Banten [Paguyuban Arisan Gabah : Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat Pedesaan di Kecamatan Sobang-Lebak, Banten]

Abstract

This study focuses on how the Arisan Gabah Association works in Sobang Sub-district and the benefits generated by the existence of the Arisan Gabah Association in Sobang District. This research method uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The object of the research is farmers Sobang in getting around the needs through Grain Arisan. The results showed that the formation of the Arisan Gabah Association was the result of the independence of Sobang farmers in the economic field. Amid the limitations, Sobang farmers are looking for alternative ways to fulfill their daily needs, one of which is through the establishment of the Arisan Gabah Association. The method of distribution is based on lottery, rotation or savings and loans, and still uses a simple administrative system (management based on family principles). Benefit from an economic perspective as a medium for fulfilling living needs, while from a social perspective as a helping media, interact and take advantage of leisure time. The benefits felt by each member of the Arisan Gabah Association are more positive.