The mainstream development paradigm centered more on the goals of profit-maximization; mass production, result-oriented and global monetarism has now arrived at a problematic condition. The disillusionment about development characterized by strong failure of the state (elite capture) and the market (equal distribution) especially in the underdeveloped countries now crystallized alternative development paradigms which favour participatory and people-centered development – Post-development.
Alternative methodology (as in participatory), epistemology (as in view of human being and agency), and re-oriented goal (as in respect for differing values and self-reliance) are the approaches that revived this reaction against modernity wherein GDP is no longer seen to be the sole measurement of growth dovetailed by the appropriation of human development as the appropriate measurement. This is the very claim of endogenous development; a repoliticization of development manifested through local mobilization.
Table of Contents
I. Background
II. What is Endogenous Development?
III. Key Tenet of Endogenous Development: What is a Good Life?
IV. Globalization and Endogenous Development
V. Capacity Building and Social Inclusion
VI. Conclusion and Discussion
Objectives and Core Topics
This work examines the shift from mainstream, top-down development paradigms toward the "endogenous development" model, which prioritizes local agency, internal resources, and community-centered decision-making to foster sustainable growth.
- Critical analysis of traditional development failures and the emergence of post-development strategies.
- The conceptual framework of endogenous development and its departure from capital-centric models.
- The role of social capital and local innovation systems in shaping territorial economic processes.
- Challenges of elite capture, social exclusion, and the necessity of inclusive, bottom-up capacity building.
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What is Endogenous Development?
Endogenous development advocates “internally directed development” or “development within” wherein adaptation and innovation emulate from within the local community; control of local actors is crucial and pivotal. It views development as pertaining to “…mainly (though not exclusively) on local strategies, knowledge, institutions and resources.” (Abubakar: 2007) It resents independent accumulation of wealth.
It has been characterized mainly as to pertaining to the local in terms of development options, control of development processes and development benefits as opposed to exogenous development wherein all development dimensions are externally determined and then deposited into particular locales thus trampling over local values (Bill Slee).
Endogenous development intends to strengthen regional development which incorporates and respects humanistic (local) values into the economic system and provides a democratic distribution of wealth. Capital accumulations such as local savings and investments are concentrated on specific localities and territories. It subscribes to the community’s capacity for the diffusion of innovation throughout the local productive system and the role played by the local innovation system. Endogenous development involves not only the economic and social dimensions of development; rather, it greatly embraces spiritual dimensions of the local people in the community.
Summary of Chapters
I. Background: This chapter highlights the failure of mainstream, profit-driven development models and introduces the rise of participatory, people-centered paradigms like post-development.
II. What is Endogenous Development?: This section defines endogenous development as an internally directed process that emphasizes local knowledge, institutions, and community-led innovation over externally imposed models.
III. Key Tenet of Endogenous Development: What is a Good Life?: This chapter outlines the practical goals of the endogenous approach, including the transformation of resource use and the inclusion of marginalized populations.
IV. Globalization and Endogenous Development: This chapter discusses the conflicts between globalization and local autonomy, arguing for a shift from trickle-down economics to redistribution and human capacity building.
V. Capacity Building and Social Inclusion: This section explores how social capital and community-based structures can be leveraged to address inequality and promote genuine self-actualization.
VI. Conclusion and Discussion: This final chapter synthesizes the challenges of implementing endogenous development, specifically warning against the dangers of elite capture and advocating for the reimagination of local agency.
Keywords
Endogenous Development, Globalization, Local Agency, Social Capital, Sustainable Development, Community-Centered, Participatory Approach, Elite Capture, Regional Development, Capacity Building, Social Inclusion, Human Development, Territorial Process, Socio-Economic Climate, Bottom-Up Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this work?
The work explores the transition from mainstream, externally driven development paradigms toward endogenous development, which prioritizes community-led strategies and local resources.
What are the central themes of the research?
Key themes include the critique of top-down development, the importance of local agency, the role of social capital, and the challenge of fostering inclusive growth.
What is the fundamental research question?
The text seeks to understand how development can be re-centered on local actors and values to overcome the failures of traditional, exogenous economic models.
What methodology does the author employ?
The author uses a qualitative, analytical approach, drawing on theoretical frameworks from scholars like Giddens, Bourdieu, and Fua to compare development methodologies.
What is discussed in the main body of the text?
The main body examines the definitions of endogenous development, the impact of globalization on rural communities, and the mechanisms of social capital and capacity building.
Which keywords best describe this publication?
Essential keywords include Endogenous Development, Social Capital, Local Agency, Globalization, and Inclusive Growth.
How does the author define the risk of "elite capture"?
Elite capture is described as a phenomenon where development initiatives, even when intended for the community, are hijacked by already-dominant groups, further marginalizing the poor and illiterate.
What role does the "community" play in endogenous development?
The community is viewed as the primary site of innovation and decision-making, moving away from being mere recipients of aid to becoming the active drivers of their own economic and social progress.
Why is the "spiritual dimension" included in this development model?
The author argues that genuine development must respect humanistic and moral values, emphasizing that well-being transcends purely economic metrics like GDP.
What is the significance of the "territorial process" mentioned?
The term suggests that development should be rooted in the specific local context and geography, rather than applying universal, standardized policies that fail to account for local diversity.
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- Maria Victoria Dariano (Author), 2016, Post Development and Endogenous Development, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/342127
