ABSTRACT
This study aims to determine the level of empowerment of the Forest Farmers Group (KTH) through the implementation of nonformal education programs in the South Malang region. This study used a mixed research approach (mixed methods). The quantitative method is done by survey methods, while in-depth interviews support the qualitative. The results of the research as a whole show that the level of empowerment of the Forest Farmer Group (KTH) through the implementation of nonformal education in the South Malang region is good with a percentage of 79.56%. These results are supported by the suitability of the results for each sub variable, namely sub-variables (1) power within; (2) power to; (3) power over; and (4) power with. The level of empowerment is influenced by factors including the intensity of group counselling which is expected to provide life skills for KTH members and make it easier to obtain information related to the forest area development.
