Building The Local Economy: Optimizing Halal Tourism Management With A Collaborative Governance Approach

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the halal tourism management model in Kaleke Village using a collaborative governance approach to improve the local economy in an inclusive and sustainable manner. The method used is qualitative with data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation, involving the Village Head, Director of BUMDes, Chair of Pokdarwis, and the local community. The results of the study show that the halal tourism management model in Kaleke Village with a collaborative governance approach is reflected in the synergy of various local actors such as BUMDes, Pokdarwis, village government, religious leaders, and the community. This collaboration forms the basis for a participatory halal tourism management system. However, institutional weaknesses and limited collaborative capacity are still evident, mainly due to the absence of clear halal regulations and guidelines, as well as limited infrastructure and halal services that are not yet certified. As a result, collaborative work patterns remain informal and suboptimal. Therefore, institutional strengthening, halal regulations, certification, human resource capacity building, and government policy support are needed to realize professional and sustainable halal tourism destinations in developing the local economy.