Maintaining Local Wisdom in the Middle of a Multicultural Urban Community in Medan City: Approaches and Obstacles
Ratih Baiduri (1), Sulian Ekomila (2), Supsiloani (3), Maryatun Kabatiah (4), Ayu Rulyani (5)

(1) Prodi Pendidikan Antropologi, FIS, Universitas Negeri Medan
(2) Prodi Pendidikan Antropologi, FIS, Universitas Negeri Medan
(3) Prodi Pendidikan Antropologi, FIS, Universitas Negeri Medan
(4) Jurusan Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan, FIS, Universitas Negeri Medan
(5) Prodi Pendidikan Antropologi, FIS, Universitas Negeri Medan

Abstract

The aim of this essay is to present the findings of a comprehensive investigation of the local knowledge of multicultural urban areas, particularly in Medan. This article primarily focuses on describing and analyzing the factors that contributed to the development of local knowledge in Medan City^s urban communities. Additionally, it analyzes the social and cultural dynamics of the diverse and varied city of Medan in relation to the production of local wisdom, along with the difficulties and barriers that the community faces. It is generally hoped that the larger community will find this article to be a helpful source of knowledge. More importantly, though, it is anticipated that this article can offer valuable insights into the local knowledge of multicultural urban areas.

Keywords: local wisdom, multicultural, urban communities

Topic: Social Science and Humanities