The Role of Stakeholders in Preparing the Strategic Plan for the in the Akademi Komunitas Perkebunan Yogyakarta (AKPY) Library

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of stakeholders in the preparation of the strategic plan for the library of the Yogyakarta Plantation Community Academy (AKPY) as well as the challenges faced and opportunities to improve collaboration between parties. Using descriptive qualitative method with purposive sampling technique, data were obtained through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The results showed that stakeholders, including students, librarians, commission team, treasurer, deputy director, and director, have strategic roles in providing input, collecting, and analyzing the necessary data. Their active participation ensures that the library's strategic plan is in line with academic needs and supports the institution's vision and mission. Librarians play a role in developing operational strategies, while the commission team provides collection recommendations based on the curriculum. The treasurer ensures efficient budget allocation, and the director directs the development of library programs that are in line with the institution's goals. The research also identified AKPY's library strengths, such as digital-based collections and librarian competence, as well as weaknesses such as limited facilities and print collections. External threats, such as vandalism and technological developments, are challenges that must be overcome through innovation and cross-sector collaboration. The findings confirm the importance of participatory and technocratic approaches in the preparation of aspirational strategic plans. Thus, this study provides practical recommendations to strengthen the role of stakeholders in supporting the library as a center for information and vocational-based learning in the plantation sector.