PRESERVATION OF CULTURAL HERITAGE THROUGH NUSANTARA SCRIPTS LITERACY CLASSES

Abstract

This study aims to examine the implementation of Nusantara scripts literacy classes organized by the National Library of the Republic of Indonesia in preserving cultural heritage and supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 11.4: Protect the world's cultural and natural heritage). This study adopts a descriptive qualitative approach, using methods such as observation, interviews, and documentation to gather data. The findings reveal that the Nusantara scripts literacy classes--which include Javanese script, Jawi script, Batak script, Balinese script, Lontara script, and Merapi-Merbabu script--contribute to enhancing cultural literacy, introducing Nusantara scripts and ancient Indonesian manuscripts, and raising public awareness of the importance of preserving cultural heritage, especially Nusantara scripts and ancient Indonesia manuscripts. However, challenges such as limited resources, the lack of standardized teaching modules, and low public participation. To overcome these barriers, the study proposes several strategic recommendations, including leveraging social media, integrating script literacy classes into school curricula or extracurricular programs, collaboration with other stakeholders, conducting the script literacy classes online. The Nusantara scripts literacy classes represent a concrete step in providing culture-based education and in safeguarding national identity.