THE ROLE OF SOCIAL CAPITAL AND INNOVATIONS FOR TRANSFORMATION OF RURAL AREAS IN BULGARIA

Maria Ilcheva · 2023 · Knowledge International Journal

Summary. Social capital—built through trust, cooperation, and civic engagement—drives rural transformation in Bulgaria. The paper examines how social networks and collective voluntary action revive depopulated settlements and restore community identity after economic transition. Local action groups and social innovations enable community-led development by strengthening social bonds and fostering cooperation among rural residents, particularly during crises.

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Ilcheva, M.. (2023). THE ROLE OF SOCIAL CAPITAL AND INNOVATIONS FOR TRANSFORMATION OF RURAL AREAS IN BULGARIA. Knowledge International Journal. https://doi.org/10.35120/kij6001191i

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DOI: 10.35120/kij6001191i
Countries: Bulgaria
Regions: Europe
Categories: regional-innovation-systems, innovation-networks, policy
Added: 2026-04-28