Gotong Royong Meningkatkan Kesadaran Masyarakat Terhadap Kebersihan Lingkungan Di Kelurahan Betungan Kota Bengkulu

Abstract

The Thematic Community Service Program (KKN-T) of Dehasen University Bengkulu Group 40 in 2025 was held in RT30/RW05 Betungan Village, Slebar District, Bengkulu City, from December 22, 2025 to January 17, 2026. This program aims to improve clean living behavior and strengthen mutual cooperation in the community. The main problem faced is the low public awareness of littering, which results in a dirty environment, weeds and clogged gutters. The methods used include initial observation, socialization, direct implementation, and assistance in environmental cleanliness mutual cooperation activities. KKN-T students together with local officials were actively involved in cleaning public roads, gutters from garbage and weeds. The results of the activity showed an increase in community participation and awareness of the importance of maintaining cleanliness and preserving the culture of mutual cooperation. It is hoped that this activity can create a clean, healthy, beautiful environment, and free from disease and flood disasters, as well as strengthen the sense of ownership and responsibility of the community towards their environment.