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Theory of international development

People-centered development is an approach to international development that focuses on improving local communities' self-reliance, social justice, and participatory decision-making. It recognizes that economic growth does not inherently contribute to human development and calls for changes in social, political, and environmental values and practices. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: People-centered developmentA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Advocacy for territorial and people-centered approaches to development in Romania: Place attachment based on industrial heritageInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Financial managementThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Third generation NGO strategies: A key to people-centered developmentCited 190 times
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