Putting Public Policy into Practice to Preserve Cultural Heritage (Gedung Juang 45 Bekasi Case Study)

Gedung Juang 45 Bekasi is a cultural heritage building with significant historical value as a symbol of thelocal struggle for Indonesian independence. As a regional cultural asset, the existence of Gedung Juang45 Bekasi requires consistent public policy implementation to ensure that its historical significance andfunctional role are preserved. This study aims to analyze the implementation of cultural heritagepreservation policies based on Bekasi Regency Regional Regulation Number 5 of 2013, using GedungJuang 45 Bekasi as a case study.This research employs a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through aliterature review of policy documents, regulations, and relevant previous studies. The analysisconcentrates on initiatives for building conservation and revitalization, alongside the supporting andhindering factors that influence policy implementation.The findings indicate that the implementation of the regional regulation has been realized throughphysical conservation measures and the revitalization of Gedung Juang 45 Bekasi into a digitalmuseum, gallery, and public space. Policy implementation has covered the aspects of protection,development, and utilization of cultural heritage. However, it has not yet been fully optimized due tolimited resources, low community participation, and insufficient inter-agency coordination. This studyemphasizes that successful cultural heritage preservation depends not only on regulatory frameworksbut also on institutional capacity and community involvement.Keywords: public policy, policy implementation, cultural heritage preservation, Gedung Juang 45 Bekasi