scholarly journals Paradigmatic upgrading of social innovation studies

2020 ◽  
pp. 144078332096455
Author(s):  
Nikolai Genov
Keyword(s):  
Social Change ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Social Phenomena ◽  
Innovation Studies ◽  
Sociological Knowledge ◽  
Central Task ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
Multidimensional Concept

The guiding idea of this analysis concerns the development of social innovation theory on the paradigmatic basis of the social interaction concept. The aims of the discussion are three-fold. First, the central task is to elaborate on a multidimensional concept of social innovation, defined as organized social change. Second, the development of the social innovation concept is used to evaluate the heuristic potentials of the sociological paradigm of social interaction. Third, the paradigm of social interaction and its capacities to guide the structuration, functioning and development of knowledge about social innovations are put under close scrutiny. The conclusion is that the suggested disciplinary paradigm of sociology and the new concept of social innovation facilitate the explanatory approach to relevant social phenomena, the overcoming of theoretical and methodological dilemmas in sociology and the systematic building up of cumulative sociological knowledge.

scholarly journals Socialization, social innovations, and social interaction of business and state

2020 ◽  
Vol 74 (3) ◽  
pp. 9-23
Author(s):  
V. M. Heyets ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Social Space ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
The State ◽  
Mutual Assistance ◽  
Business Results ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
Social Unity ◽  
The Individual

Paper demonstrates how socialization and social innovations spread the social interaction of business and the state, based on the statement that socialization is functionally seen as a way to achieve a balance between competition, which forms actions to obtain higher business results, and mutual assistance to achieve social unity in the state through socialization. At the heart of competition and mutual assistance is socialization, which strengthens people’s desire to have a better life, which is especially vital for a less orderly society in which the functioning of the state occurs under the phenomenon of social distrust. To achieve the goals of stability in society and to support economic growth, the winners are the triumphers of the national solidarity spirit, achieved through social innovation, which through developing social interaction, creates conditions for sustainable development. Under the current conditions in Ukraine, it should be a matter of finding a balance between interests of the society, the state and the individual, which can be achieved through the social function of the state. This function should not restrict access to public goods, but rather ensure inclusive activities among economic institutions, which will suspend the destruction of social space, reduce inequality and intensify people’s behaviour, socializing their life activities in the social space of the country.

Social Innovation Practices in Services for Sustainable Consumption

2017 ◽  
pp. 32-65
Author(s):  
Banu Atrek ◽  
Burcu İlter
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Sustainable Consumption ◽  
Emerging Economy ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
The Future ◽  
Innovation Practices ◽  
The Way

Overconsumption is fueled by the idea that the more people buy, the happier they become; however, this is not compatible with sustainability and the future of the planet. Deep concerns about the sustainability of nature and natural resources give rise to discussions of sustainable consumption, and social innovation applications may lead the way to sustainable consumption. Thus, this chapter aims to provide a picture of social innovation practices in services for sustainable consumption in an emerging economy. Although the chapter focuses mainly on contemporary social innovations, an overview of the social innovation concept and possible historical roots of social innovations from Turkish history are also provided.

Digital Social Innovation

2019 ◽  
pp. 184-211
Author(s):  
Alicia Guerra Guerra ◽  
Lyda Sánchez de Gómez ◽  
Carlos Jurado Rivas
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
General Scheme ◽  
Social Economy ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Good Practices ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
Global Movement ◽  
Global Activity

The fusion of the social economy with the digital economy, together with the essential need for social organizations to innovate in order to face challenges not satisfied by using traditional methods, led to what is known as digital social innovation: the use of digital technologies to allow or help to carry out social innovations. We are facing a developing field of study, in full evolution and with a high and recent level of global activity, which makes it a true global movement. This, together with the fact that DSI practices still lack unanimous and systematized criteria, calls for identifying what DSI is and what should be understood by it. Therefore, this chapter aims to configure and illustrate the conceptual framework of DSI, detail the barriers that are limiting its momentum, and formulate a general scheme of action for good practices in DSI.

scholarly journals Fenomena Sosiologis Petani Pedesaan yang Terpinggirkan di Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-37
Author(s):  
Mohammad Wahed ◽  
Ririt Iriani Sri Setiawati ◽  
Kiki Asmara
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Cultural Norms ◽  
Behavior Patterns ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Social Phenomena ◽  
The Social

This research is a literature study regarding changes in the social phenomena of rural farmer communities in Indonesia, behavior patterns and social interaction systems, including changes in cultural norms, values ??and phenomena. The limited number of farmers is one of the reasons that underlie poverty.

scholarly journals FEATURES OF SOCIAL INNOVATIONS CLASSIFICATION IN PUBLIC SYSTEMS FOR PROVIDING PRECONDITIONS OF THEIR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

2018 ◽  
pp. 210-215
Author(s):  
Yuliia Bui
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Systems Development ◽  
Economic Systems ◽  
Economic Potential ◽  
Social Sphere ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
The Given ◽  
Different Levels

Introduction. The features of social innovations classification are investigated. It allows them to be identified among the whole set of innovations in the social sphere of public systems. The approach is based on the differentiation between the main features that are characteristic for the given type of innovation. Purpose. The article aims to define the peculiarities of social innovations classification from a viewpoint of sustainable development for social and economic systems of different levels. Results. The main features of social innovations classification in terms of sustainable development have been described. The differentiation of social innovations into "deterministic" and "veritable" considering the basic peculiarities of social and economic systems development has been suggested. It has been specified that deterministic social innovations relating to innovation-oriented social and economic systems arise as the positive externals in the result of introducing technical, technological, economic, environmental and other innovations, thus, “veritable” social innovations are generated exceptionally for public development. The generation of such types of social innovation is characterized by the prospect of economic potential of the social and economic system.

scholarly journals The role of local universities in the dissemination of social innovations: the case of the municipal district of Quito

2021 ◽  
pp. 149-168
Author(s):  
Klaus Gierhake ◽  
Carlos Maria Fernandez Jardon
Keyword(s):  
Diffusion Of Innovation ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Innovation System ◽  
Essential Elements ◽  
Training Process ◽  
Metropolitan Development ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
Practical Development

Local knowledge helps generate social innovations. Universities, which are part of the territorial innovation system, are important in creating innovations, but their role in diffusing social innovations is less well known. The social policies established in Ecuador have given rise to different social innovations. In particular, the metropolitan district of Quito, based on the metropolitan development plan from 2012 to 2022, has generated a process of social innovations of great interest. Local universities usually participate in the training process of the agents involved in the development of social innovation. In a complementary way, local universities can facilitate cooperation between these agents. Both are essential elements in the diffusion of innovation. This paper analyzes the importance of collaboration with universities to disseminate social innovations in the Metropolitan District of Quito, using a series of interviews. The results indicate that the lack of collaboration with the universities and the limited knowledge that exists in them hampered the practical development of the plan and its effectiveness.

scholarly journals The Role of Social and Institutional Contexts in Social Innovations of Spanish Academic Spinoffs

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 906
Author(s):  
Noelia Franco-Leal ◽  
Carmen Camelo-Ordaz ◽  
Juan Pablo Dianez-Gonzalez ◽  
Elena Sousa-Ginel
Keyword(s):  
Social Innovation ◽  
Academic Support ◽  
Frequent Contact ◽  
Frequency Of Contact ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
Institutional Contexts ◽  
Venture Capital Firms ◽  
Academic Spinoffs

Social innovations developed by academic spinoffs (ASOs) are acquiring an ever-increasing relevance in the literature on academic entrepreneurship. Previous studies have considered the importance of the social and institutional contexts of entrepreneurial ecosystems for the development of these innovations, although a greater depth of analysis is required in this field of study. This research analyzes the influence of the frequency of contact with agents of social and institutional contexts of the entrepreneurial ecosystem on the social innovations of ASOs. From a sample of 173 Spanish ASOs, the results indicate that frequent contact with government and academic support units improves this type of innovation of ASOs. Regarding social context, an increase in the frequency of contact with customers, suppliers, and competitors favors the development of social innovation. However, frequent contact with venture capital firms inhibits the development of this type of innovation.

Social change and masculinities: exploring favourable spaces?

2021 ◽  
pp. 144078332110482
Author(s):  
Pam Papadelos ◽  
Chris Beasley ◽  
Mandy Treagus
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Social Change ◽  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Social Reform ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Popular Media ◽  
Australian Society ◽  
The Social ◽  
And Gender

Understanding social change remains a challenge in the social sciences. This has resonance when considering the continuing significance of gender inequality in Australian society despite decades of political and social reform. Our aim is to elaborate a framework regarding social change which engages with major debates in masculinity studies, with applications beyond gender and masculinity. The potential of favourable spaces for social innovation is explored by outlining a dynamic taxonomy of masculinity and change. This framing of social change is located in a material social context involving specific actors. While popular media accounts of boys’ schooling and the specific instance of private boys’ schools indicate the maintenance of hegemonic norms upholding masculine dominance, we investigate illustrative instances of Catholic boys’ schools committed to gender equality. Yet, constructions of masculinity shift between and/or incorporate hegemonic styles and gender equitable styles, even in situations where gender equality is publicly promoted.

Conclusion: local social innovation and welfare reform

2019 ◽  
pp. 217-228
Author(s):  
Stijn Oosterlynck ◽  
Andreas Novy ◽  
Yuri Kazepov
Keyword(s):  
Welfare Reform ◽  
Social Protection ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Innovations ◽  
Institutional Contexts ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

In this chapter, we draw a range of overall conclusions from our case-study based investigation of how local social innovations operate as vehicles of welfare reform. We reflect on the impact of the increased interest of policy-makers in social innovation and on the relationship between social innovation and other social policy paradigms, notably the established paradigm of social protection and its main contender, the social investment paradigm. We also discuss our main findings with regard to the mix of actors, resources and instruments supporting localized social innovations, the multi-scalar nature social innovations, its empowerment dimension and relationship with knowledge. Finally, we look at the consolidation of social innovation in specific welfare-institutional contexts.

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