Assessing the framework conditions for social innovation in rural areas
Rural regions across the OECD depend on a wide range of economic engines for growth,
as well as the quality of place to attract and retain people. Social innovation seeks
new answers to social and environmental problems, using new solutions that improve
the quality of life for individuals and communities. Social innovation can be a tool
to create vibrancy in rural areas by filling public service gaps, experimenting with
new business models, and creating a stronger sense of community. However, not all
rural areas are equally equipped to engage in social innovation. This paper provides
guidance for policy makers and proposes an approach alongside a dashboard of indicators
for measuring readiness and capacity to engage with social innovation in rural areas.
Available from May 11, 2024
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