Gender-based Batik Education for Women Crafters Group in Papringan Batik Center, Banyumas

Abstract

The development of Papringan batik in Banyumas was influenced by Diponegoro's troops, with crafters women playing a significant role in production and marketing. Nevertheless, there is a gap in the passing down of batik knowledge, as crafters women only have insufficient knowledge of the process and continue to serve as both time fillers and financial support for their families, despite batik being an integral aspect of their lives. The objective of this study is to analyze the learning process (knowledge acquisition, skill value) of craftswomen in Sentra Batik Banyumas in relation to their gender roles. This investigation employs an interdisciplinary approach and a qualitative methodology. Interviews, observation, and documentation were used as data collection methods. Data validity techniques involved the triangulation of sources, methods, and theories. The results show that in the Papringan Banyumas Batik Center, crafters women acquire batik knowledge, values, and skills through a variety of channels, such as hereditary inheritance in the family, formal job training, and interaction with peers. In addition, social media is a significant resource for obtaining information regarding batik techniques and abilities. The knowledge acquired includes practical skills in the production process, aesthetic values, and technical aspects of batik dyeing.