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The emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation practices: A comparative case study from Taiwan
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1363-2325
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8108-7766
Abstract Social innovation is considered a promising strategy for coping with societal challenges in rural areas. It is even viewed as essential to revitalisation. The literature suggests that social innovation is driven by the will to pursue a better quality of life, which includes the tangible and practical needs of residents (digital connectivity, healthcare facilities, environmental improvement, etc.), and results in tangible and intangible changes in society. In this paper, we aim to clarify the emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation from community-driven practices and identify the relevant actors (actants). In doing so, we use the lens of actor-network theory (ANT) to analyse two rural communities from Taiwan. Both were confronted with environmental issues but they addressed in different ways and with different outcomes. Identifying the emergence of social innovation processes and their key actants, we conclude that rural social innovation can be an unintended outcome of continuous engagement in which practical interests result in both tangible and intangible changes. Therefore, it is difficult to predict at the outset whether community-driven rural revitalisation will facilitate social innovation. Nevertheless, staying connected with a group of engaged residents who are driven by a shared vision seems to be essential for fuelling social innovation, regardless of whether the actors are conscious of social innovation.
Highlights Civic engagement is a necessary but not sufficient ingredient for SI. The outcomes of social innovation can be unintentional. Engaged residents driven by a shared vision seems to be essential for SI. Spaces for learning, exchange and discussion are crucial for continuous engagement.
The emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation practices: A comparative case study from Taiwan
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1363-2325
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8108-7766
Abstract Social innovation is considered a promising strategy for coping with societal challenges in rural areas. It is even viewed as essential to revitalisation. The literature suggests that social innovation is driven by the will to pursue a better quality of life, which includes the tangible and practical needs of residents (digital connectivity, healthcare facilities, environmental improvement, etc.), and results in tangible and intangible changes in society. In this paper, we aim to clarify the emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation from community-driven practices and identify the relevant actors (actants). In doing so, we use the lens of actor-network theory (ANT) to analyse two rural communities from Taiwan. Both were confronted with environmental issues but they addressed in different ways and with different outcomes. Identifying the emergence of social innovation processes and their key actants, we conclude that rural social innovation can be an unintended outcome of continuous engagement in which practical interests result in both tangible and intangible changes. Therefore, it is difficult to predict at the outset whether community-driven rural revitalisation will facilitate social innovation. Nevertheless, staying connected with a group of engaged residents who are driven by a shared vision seems to be essential for fuelling social innovation, regardless of whether the actors are conscious of social innovation.
Highlights Civic engagement is a necessary but not sufficient ingredient for SI. The outcomes of social innovation can be unintentional. Engaged residents driven by a shared vision seems to be essential for SI. Spaces for learning, exchange and discussion are crucial for continuous engagement.
The emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation practices: A comparative case study from Taiwan
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1363-2325
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8108-7766
Abstract Social innovation is considered a promising strategy for coping with societal challenges in rural areas. It is even viewed as essential to revitalisation. The literature suggests that social innovation is driven by the will to pursue a better quality of life, which includes the tangible and practical needs of residents (digital connectivity, healthcare facilities, environmental improvement, etc.), and results in tangible and intangible changes in society. In this paper, we aim to clarify the emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation from community-driven practices and identify the relevant actors (actants). In doing so, we use the lens of actor-network theory (ANT) to analyse two rural communities from Taiwan. Both were confronted with environmental issues but they addressed in different ways and with different outcomes. Identifying the emergence of social innovation processes and their key actants, we conclude that rural social innovation can be an unintended outcome of continuous engagement in which practical interests result in both tangible and intangible changes. Therefore, it is difficult to predict at the outset whether community-driven rural revitalisation will facilitate social innovation. Nevertheless, staying connected with a group of engaged residents who are driven by a shared vision seems to be essential for fuelling social innovation, regardless of whether the actors are conscious of social innovation.
Highlights Civic engagement is a necessary but not sufficient ingredient for SI. The outcomes of social innovation can be unintentional. Engaged residents driven by a shared vision seems to be essential for SI. Spaces for learning, exchange and discussion are crucial for continuous engagement.
The emergence of social innovation in rural revitalisation practices: A comparative case study from Taiwan
Chen, Hsi-Chun (Autor:in) / Knierim, Andrea (Autor:in) / Bock, Bettina B. (Autor:in)
Journal of Rural Studies ; 90 ; 134-146
07.02.2022
13 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
Rural social innovation , Actor-network theory (ANT) , Neo-endogenous development , Taiwan , Satoyama initiative , Rural revitalisation , ANT , Actor-network theory , BRRAA , Balian Rural Regeneration AdvancementAssociation , LAG , Local Action Group , PCDA , Picheng Community Development Association , SCCA , Sanzhi Community Care Association , SLBT , Small Landlords and Big Tenants , SWCB , Soil and Water Conservation Bureau
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