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: Received: 23 October 2023 / Approved: 24 October 2023 / Online: 24 October 2023 (10:53:39 CEST)
How to cite:
CHUKWUDI, C.E.; Owoh, E.E. Assessing the Impact and Sustainability of Community Development Initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State (2015-2023). Preprints2023, 2023101513. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.1513.v1
CHUKWUDI, C.E.; Owoh, E.E. Assessing the Impact and Sustainability of Community Development Initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State (2015-2023). Preprints 2023, 2023101513. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.1513.v1
CHUKWUDI, C.E.; Owoh, E.E. Assessing the Impact and Sustainability of Community Development Initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State (2015-2023). Preprints2023, 2023101513. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.1513.v1
APA Style
CHUKWUDI, C.E., & Owoh, E.E. (2023). Assessing the Impact and Sustainability of Community Development Initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State (2015-2023). Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.1513.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
CHUKWUDI, C.E. and Emeka Emmanuel Owoh. 2023 "Assessing the Impact and Sustainability of Community Development Initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State (2015-2023)" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.1513.v1
Abstract
This study assesses the impact and sustainability of community development initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State, spanning from 2015 to 2023. Using qualitative research methods, including interviews with key informants from the Awgbu community and government personnel. The observatory method is also applied which helped the researcher to see activities executed in the community. The research investigates the specific contributions of the Awgbu community to the overall development of Anambra State, how the community has benefitted from state government initiatives, and the extent to which the community responds to government requests and initiatives. The study also explores challenges in the relationship between the state government and Awgbu in terms of community development initiatives and offers recommendations for enhancing this relationship. The findings reveal that the Awgbu community has made significant contributions to the development of Anambra State, particularly in areas such as security, education, and infrastructure. The community has actively responded to government calls, participating in initiatives like the Choose Your Project Initiative (CYPI) and vigilante groups, thus fostering a positive and mutually beneficial relationship with the state government. However, challenges such as leadership crises and communication gaps exist, hindering the community's progress. Recommendations include improving community leadership, enhancing communication, and promoting peace to ensure sustainable community development. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics between communities and government in achieving sustainable development and highlights the importance of collaborative efforts for positive outcomes. The findings have managerial and policy implications for both local communities and governments seeking to enhance community development initiatives and foster mutually beneficial relationships.
Keywords
awgbu; assessment; community; community development; government; sustainability
Subject
Arts and Humanities, Humanities
Copyright:
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