Strategi Komunitas Save Street Child Sidoarjo dalam Menyelenggarakan Pendidikan Anak Jalanan Melalui Pendekatan Street Based di Kota Sidoarjo

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategy employed by the Save Street Child (SSCS) Sidoarjo Community in providing education for street children through a Street-Based approach and to identify its supporting and inhibiting factors. This study employs a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model. The findings indicate that SSCS implements its strategy by adapting the learning process to the children’s conditions, ages, abilities, and experiences. The strategy is implemented through flexible learning, grouping based on age and ability, the use of various learning methods, providing access to education without administrative requirements, and personal communication between volunteers and children. Children’s participation is facilitated through discussions, games, practical activities, and interactions with volunteers. Family involvement is facilitated through parenting classes, while learning reflection is used to adjust subsequent activities. This strategy is closely related to Paulo Freire’s concept of liberating education through the implementation of dialogue, active participation, respect for children’s conditions and experiences, and humane and non-discriminatory relationships. Supporting factors include family support, volunteer involvement, social relationships, cooperation among various stakeholders, and the community environment. Inhibiting factors include limited numbers of volunteers and human resources, inadequate learning facilities, weather conditions, and the living conditions of street children.