ABSTRACT
This study explores the role of local wisdom in conflict resolution and sustainable peace in Indonesia. Employing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, the research reviewed and analysed sixteen relevant articles from the Scopus database. The study identified twenty-one local wisdom practices addressing conflict resolution and sustainable peace, categorised into inter-ethnic tensions, religious disputes, crimes, territorial conflicts, and community welfare. While most practices serve latent functions in conflict resolution, only a few directly and actively resolve conflicts. These practices align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting freedom from violence, non-discrimination, and inclusivity. The study recommends that policymakers and practitioners develop strategies to integrate local wisdom with human rights and legal frameworks while enhancing its value through education and collaboration with community leaders. Given the study's limitation to published literature, future research should adopt ethnographic approaches to examine local wisdom practices in greater depth and contribute to developing sustainable peacebuilding models.
