Failure of a National Construction of Belonging: Social Integration of Burkinabe Migrants Displaced from Côte d’Ivoire

2011 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 185-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrea Riester

AbstractThis case study analyzes how the government of Burkina Faso tried to rhetorically and practically integrate migrants who returned to the country in the wake of the Ivorian civil war in 2002. Their experience of migration and displacement has shaped these migrants’ political subjectivity but not led to the creation of a separate group identity. In Burkina Faso, however, these so-calledrapatriéswere seen as a homogeneous group and either treated as needy victims of persecution, or, following the current international discourse on migration and development, as particularly enterprising individuals. In describing different political subjectivities amongst the displaced in their interaction with local authorities in the town of Batié in combination with efforts of the administration to implement particular development goals, the article also reflects on Geschiere’s argument, that decentralization and the resulting decline in state power fuels autochthony claims. In the Burkinabe case it is not the absence of the state, but rather its entanglement with local actors that heightens ethnic tensions.

Land ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 132
Author(s):  
Wei Li ◽  
Zhanwei Zhang ◽  
Yang Zhou

Previous planning for rural revival in towns has emphasized construction and government-led policies. However, we argue that the dilemmas of peri-metropolitan rural areas, such as Desakota in China, are far more complex faced with rural super village and hollowed village transformations. Rural revival planning needs to coordinate with the development of urbanized and rural areas towards multifunctional goals and plans as a whole. Therefore, we selected the town master plan of Lijia, a typical peri-metropolitan village in China, as a case study. Through a historical–interpretative approach involving analysis of planning policies, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews with the key stakeholders involved, we structured the process and mechanism of rural revival in Lijia into three phases: resource identification, capitalization, and financialization. In different phases, different stakeholders adopt different roles. The government takes a leading role in resource identification and capitalization, while firms take a leading role in the process of financialization. “Market-dominant and government-guided” planning stimulates villagers to participate in rural revival. We highlight the importance of multifunctional land-use in terms of rural revival in the master planning of peri-metropolitan villages and provide a practical reference for uniting multiple stakeholders, including governments, firms, and villagers.


2005 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 269-291 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerrold W. Huguet

Migration flows from and into Thailand are shaped by the country's strategies for economic development and other government policies. Numerous theories of international migration, as well as recent experience, imply that levels of migration to Thailand will increase and that many migrants will wish to stay for a long period or permanently. Because Thailand has not explicitly incorporated international migration into its economic and social development planning, its migration policies are often inconsistent with other development goals. The government should strive for policy coherence by conducting a careful analysis of the future demand for and impacts of international migration and by aligning its migration policies with national objectives. For this process to be effective, a public dialogue concerning international migration should be initiated.


2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 215-223
Author(s):  
Busori Sunaryo ◽  
Bambang Eko ◽  
Reta Yudistyana

The government is currently trying to realize Sustainable Development Goals/ SGDs. SGDs are not merely dreams that cannot be realized. The noble goal of SDG is to realize sustainable development for the better future that is in line with the concepts of CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility). One of the companies that participated in the realization of SDGS is PT Badak NGL. This study used descriptive analysis to provide clear descriptions or overviews of the object of the study. The study also used a case study of a MSME under the guidance of PT Badak NGL, namely Saputra Snack. Thus, the common goals between CSR, and SDGs is the spirit to realize sustainable development in terms of business strategies by implementing CSR programs. If all elements are committed to realize 17 SDG, so we can provide better future for our children - with low poverty, environment and earth sustainability, low levels of inequality in the economic, social and legal education sectors. Based on the observation and analysis, one of the keys of success to Saputra Snack was its high commitment. The high commitment did not only come from Saputra Snack itself, but also from PT Badak NGL Community Development party.  


2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 97
Author(s):  
Amanda Eva Ocampo

<p>Este trabajo tiene como objetivo principal presentar las actividades de extensión universitaria realizadas en la Casa de la Cultura, un espacio dedicado a actividades sociales ubicado en el pueblo de Concepción de la Sierra (provincia de Misiones). En primera instancia, presentamos un panorama general sobre el patrimonio arqueológico de las reducciones jesuíticas- guaraníes de la provincia de Misiones, haciendo hincapié en el área objeto de trabajo. Y desde este punto de partida, es que analizamos el nombrado espacio cultural, en base a sus funciones y su relación con los elementos patrimoniales. A partir del Proyecto de investigación “Arqueología Histórica en Concepción de la Sierra: espacios reutilizados y materialidad arqueológica”, es que proponemos además una aproximación del patrimonio cotidiano y su articulación con los actores locales. Para esto, presentamos el enfoque teórico metodológico de “activación patrimonial” como guía de análisis, e integrando las perspectivas de estudio de la arqueología y la museología, y de esta manera generar una mayor inclusión del patrimonio histórico local. Finalmente se discuten cuáles son las ventajas de generar actividades de difusión e integración de los trabajos arqueológicos con la comunidad, y qué pautas establecer para continuar en el mismo camino de articulación entre universidad y población local.</p><p>Palabras clave: patrimonio arqueológico; Casa de la Cultura; misiones jesuíticas; guaraníes; comunidad</p><p>Abstract<br />This paper has as main purpose to present the activities developed by Casa de Cultura (House of Culture) within the framework of university extension projects. Casa de Cultura it´s a place dedicated to social activities located in the town of Concepción de la Sierra (province of Misiones). In the first instance, we provide an overview of the archaeological heritage of the Jesuit-Guarani reductions in the province of Misiones, with particular emphasis on the area under study. From this point, we analyze this cultural space, based on its functions and its relationship with heritage elements. Based on the research project “Historical Archeology in Concepción de la Sierra: reused spaces and archaeological materiality”, we also suggest an approach to day-to-day heritage and its articulation with local actors. For this purpose, we present the theoretical and methodological approach of “patrimonial activation” as a guide for the analysis, by integrating archaeological and museological study perspectives, and in this way, generate greater inclusion of local historical heritage. Finally, we discuss the benefits from generating promotion and integration archaeological activities with the community, and which guidelines should be developed to continue the articulation between university and local population.</p><p>Keywords: archaeological heritage; Casa de la Cultura; Jesuit; Guarani missions; community</p>


2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (8) ◽  
pp. 1501
Author(s):  
Safika Rosyidatul Arifah ◽  
Irham Zaki

UN member states have carried out a series of sustainable development in 2030 and included 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). One of the main points of attention is the first point concerning poverty alleviation which is largely due to unemployment. Therefore we need an effective strategy in solving these problems. Not only from the government, but can also come from the community. Similarly, pondok pesantren. With the existence of pesantren, the government strongly believes that pesantren can improve welfare and alleviate poverty. One of the pesantren involved is the Mukmin Mandiri boarding school, which also contributes to the economic development of the people, namely unemployment reduction, by empowering the community to become students having religious provisions as well as entrepreneurs through opening employment opportunities for students. The purpose of this study is to determine the role of pesantren in poverty alleviation. The research method used is qualitative with a case study design. Data collected through observation, interviews and documents. Then, the data is validated by triangulation of sources and techniques. The results showed the existence of pesantren businesses as a way of opportunity and a place for empowering skills for unemployed people. Furthermore, the empowerment of these skills can be reflected in the recognition of the background of the santri.Keywords: Pesantren Economy, Sustainable Development Goals, poverty alleviation, unemployment skills empowerment


2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
David T. Tan ◽  
José Gabriel Siri ◽  
Yi Gong ◽  
Benjamin Ong ◽  
Shiang Cheng Lim ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Localisation is a pervasive challenge in achieving sustainable development. Contextual particularities may render generalized strategies to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) unfeasible, impractical, or ineffective. Furthermore, many localities are resource- and data-poor, limiting applicability of the global SDG indicator framework. Tools to enable local actors to make sense of complex problems, communicate this understanding, and act accordingly hold promise in their ability to improve results. Aim Systems approaches can help characterise local causal systems, identify useful leverage points, and foster participation needed to localise and catalyse development action. Critically, such efforts must be deeply rooted in place, involving local actors in mapping decision-processes and causation within local physical, social and policy environments. Given that each place has a unique geographical or spatial extent and therein lies its unique characters and problems, we term these activities “placially explicit.” We describe and reflect on a process used to develop placially explicit, systems-based (PESB) case studies on issues that intersect with and impact urban health and wellbeing, addressing the perspectives of various actors to produce place-based models and insights that are useful for SDG localisation. Methods Seven case studies were co-produced by one or more Partners with place-based knowledge of the case study issue and a Systems Thinker. In each case, joint delineation of an appropriate framing was followed by iterative dialogue cycles to uncover key contextual factors, with attention to institutional and societal structures and paradigms and the motivations and constraints of other actors. Casual loop diagrams (CLDs) were iteratively developed to capture complex narratives in a simple visual way. Results Case study development facilitated transfer of local knowledge and development of systems thinking capacity. Partners reported new insights, including a shifting of problem frames and corresponding solution spaces to higher systems levels. Such changes led partners to re-evaluate their roles and goals, and thence to new actions and strategies. CLD-based narratives also proved useful in ongoing communications. Conclusion Co-production of PESB case studies are a useful component of transdisciplinary toolsets for local SDG implementation, building the capacity of local actors to explore complex problems, identify new solutions and indicators, and understand the systemic linkages inherent in SDG actions across sectors and scales.


Author(s):  
Sonia Carrillo-Llanos ◽  
M. J. Escalona-Maurice ◽  
M. J. Jiménez-Moreno

Objective: The objective was to study the territorial organization strategy of local actors;church, government and population that influenced the evolution and currentorganization of the town of Santa Ana de Guadalupe after the canonization of the priestToribio Romo.Design / Methodology / Approach: The local development methodology was applied,through specific interviews with representatives of social partners; local church,government, and population.Results: It was found that the infrastructure and equipment of the Saint’s Temple, whichreceives more than 700 thousand visitors a year, shows potentialities, strengths andlimitations at the locality. Analyzing the territory, through its economic, political, socio-cultural, and environmental axes, it was noted that local development is a process ofgrowth and structural change in which the main interest of the town is to increaseemployment and meeting the needs and demands of religious pilgrims. As well as favorthe appropriate use of the resources, and over-all potential of the locality in order toimprove the standard of living of the population.Limitations of the study / Implications: The strategies of cooperation and knowledgeof the ecclesiastical agents in conjunction with the government and local populationthrough joint organization contribute to the transformation of Santa Ana de Guadalupe. Findings / Conclusions: It was observed that social partners (church, government and population) collaborate actively. Particularly in ecclesiastical activities to develop strategies (as organization and cooperation) to promote the local development.


2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 410-421 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryan Admiraal ◽  
David Doepel

The Nampula Province Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Program is a partnership among the Government of Mozambique, UNICEF, and the Australian Government focused on achieving the United Nations' Millennium Development Goals for water and sanitation in Mozambique and concentrated on five small towns in Nampula Province. Before implementation of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions in these towns, a baseline survey was carried out in 2012. We show how such a survey can be used to characterize the state of the three WASH sub-themes (water, sanitation, hygiene) pre-intervention, suggest possible new emphases of or modifications to proposed interventions, and inform the design of follow-up surveys to best gauge the impact of the interventions.


2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (7) ◽  
pp. 2846 ◽  
Author(s):  
Iteke van Hille ◽  
Frank G.A. de Bakker ◽  
Julie E. Ferguson ◽  
Peter Groenewegen

Nonprofit organizations (NPOs) have deployed various strategies in motivating businesses to source sustainably, such as the co-development and promotion of sustainability certification and direct collaboration in cross-sector partnerships (CSPs). This is an important current-day priority, given the ambitions set out in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and SDG 17 in particular. Increasingly, NPOs have taken up a role as conveners of such CSPs. Research on CSPs has, to date, often considered conveners as a ‘resource’ to the CSP, contributing to its effectiveness. In this study, we shift the focus towards the convener by considering a case of a ‘mission-driven convener’, an NPO that initiates CSPs as a strategy to realize its own sustainability objectives. Our explorative case study—comparing the NPO’s efforts across six countries in setting up national coffee platforms—reviews the concept of a mission-driven convener vis-à-vis established notions on convening and identifies which strategies it applies to realize a CSP. These strategies comprise productively combining certification-driven efforts with CSPs, combining process and outcomes of CSPs, and drawing on cross-level dynamics derived from outsourcing of convening work to local actors. With our study, we contribute to research on CSP conveners by offering an alternative interpretation to the relation between the CSP and the convener, attributing more agency to the convener as a mission-driven organization. Strengthening our understanding of CSPs and conveners is an important means to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).


Author(s):  
Mufdil Tuhri ◽  
Deki Syaputra ZE

<p class="abstrak">This study examines the practice of <em>Kenduri Sko</em>,<em> </em>one of the local traditions of the Kerinci people that has been rarely practiced. Since 2017, the government of Sungai Penuh City took over the management of the practice turning it into an annual tourist attraction called as the <em>Festival of Kenduri Sko</em>. This paper argues that the articulation of this indigenous tradition, and its combination with religion and tourism has stimulated the attempt to preserve indigenous practices through a strategic relationship between government officials and local actors. To show how this the case, we discuss the theory of indigenous religions and the theory of articulation. We use qualitative methods and conducted field studies on the Kerinci People who live in Sungai Penuh City. The article concludes that this kind of articulation has succeeded in placing indigenous peoples as the main actors of the initiative, where the government plays a supporting role in preserving the traditions. This article also recommends a synergistic relationship between the local government and the community to maintain the tradition through various events such as festivals, art performances, and other such projects.</p><p class="abstrak"> </p><p class="abstrak"><em>Penelitian ini mengkaji praktek Kenduri Sko sebagai salah satu tradisi lokal masyarakat Kerinci yang sudah jarang dilakukan. Sejak tahun 2017, Pemerintah Kota Sungai Penuh mengambil alih praktik tersebut sebagai ikon pariwisata yang disebut dengan Festival Kenduri Sko yang diadakan setiap tahun. Artikel ini berpendapat bahwa artikulasi adat istiadat, agama, dan pariwisata telah mendorong upaya pelestarian praktik adat melalui hubungan strategis antara pejabat pemerintah dan aktor lokal. Untuk membangun argumen ini, artikel ini mengelaborasi teori agama leluhur dan teori artikulasi. Artikel ini menggunakan metode kualitatif serta melakukan studi lapangan terhadap Masyarakat Kerinci yang berdomisili di Kota Sungai Penuh. Artikel ini menyimpulkan bahwa artikulasi semacam itu telah berhasil menempatkan masyarakat adat sebagai aktor utama dimana peran pemerintah sebagai aktor pendukung dalam pelestarian tradisi. Artikel ini juga merekomendasikan adanya hubungan yang sinergis antara pemerintah lokal dan masyarakat untuk mempertahankan tradisi luluhur melalui berbagai macam acara seperti festival, pergelaran seni dan semacamnya</em></p>


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