Abstract
One important aspect of Indonesia's maritime vision is its Maritime Culture. It is crucial for the Indonesian nation to fully understand the significance of maritime culture as a foundational element for achieving this vision. In this context, Indonesians must cultivate the habit of reading and writing scientifically about maritime issues. Awareness of maritime culture in the South Coast of West Java is being fostered through initiatives such as the Cultural Education program developed at SMKN 1 Pelabuhan Ratu in 2016, and the Generasi Lestari Nature School led by Ridho Losa and Kang Ridwan. Additionally, the Generasi Lestari Negeri Foundation, founded in 2021, established the Bahrun Ulum School. The educational efforts at both the vocational school and nature schools focus on raising awareness of the importance of maritime culture, aiming to uncover lessons about maritime affairs. Indonesia, as an archipelagic nation, must imbue its people with a deep understanding of the sea—not only as a medium of transportation and welfare but also as a vital element of national defense. Strengthening and optimizing maritime culture through education is essential. Maritime cultural education can be promoted through thematic learning techniques, which are effective in enhancing maritime knowledge from an early age. Language, as a part of cultural education, plays a crucial role in this process. Indonesian proverbs, rich in meaning, offer a valuable source of local wisdom from coastal regions that must be preserved and passed down.
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Puspa Mirani Kadir, Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia
Cece Sobarna, Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia
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