Advancing SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water): Universitas Andalas Strengthens Fisheries MSMEs through Community Engagement at Si Pujuk Farm

Padang — Universitas Andalas continues to support sustainable community-based economic development in line with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) through a community service program conducted by the Department of Management, Faculty of Economics and Business. The initiative focused on strengthening the capacity of fisheries MSMEs at Si Pujuk Farm.

The program was implemented by a team of lecturers from the Department of Management, Universitas Andalas, targeting the development of small-scale fisheries businesses. The initiative aimed to enhance business management practices while increasing the economic potential of fisheries-based enterprises managed by local MSME actors.

Through this activity, the team provided mentoring and capacity-building support to the business partner, particularly in strengthening managerial aspects and business development strategies. This approach was designed to help MSME actors manage their businesses more systematically, improve productivity, and ensure long-term sustainability.

This community service initiative reflects the contribution of Universitas Andalas academics in supporting the development of MSMEs based on local potential. Through knowledge transfer and practical assistance, business actors are expected to strengthen their operational capacity and expand market opportunities for their fisheries products.

Through this program, Universitas Andalas reinforces collaboration between academia and the community in promoting local economic development in the fisheries sector. The initiative is expected to improve MSME performance while contributing to sustainable economic growth in the community.