Local Wisdom of Sasaknese Society as A Model of Conflict Resolution

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine local wisdom as a model for managing conflicts by elaborating extensively on some of the values, policies and wisdom of the Sasak tribe as reflected in the concept of krama, sesenggak, perteke and lelaqaq.The method used in this study is qualitative method. The data are obtained from the review books, papers and in- depth interview with traditional and religious leaders. The results of this study indicate that the various attempts to manage the conflicts that have been done by the government just seemed to solve the conflict, have not led to sustainable conflict transformation efforts. Consequently, even though the conflict seemed to have disappeared, but the same potential conflicts could arise in the future. The conflict can be managed holistically and even could become a positive energy to the community through the willingness of the various local actors and utilization of the local wisdom