Analyzing the influence of sociocultural variables on Civic engagement: A micro-level study in Alto Puno, Peru

Soledad Jackeline Zegarra-Ugarte (), Juana Victoria Bustinza-Vargas (), Martha Rosario Palomino-Coila () and José Asdrúbal Coya-Ponce ()

International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies, 2025, vol. 8, issue 5, 896-902

Abstract: The research aimed to determine the impact of sociocultural factors on the civic participation of residents in the specified urbanization. This was a basic and theoretical study with a quantitative approach, conducted at an explanatory-causal level using a non-experimental, cross-sectional design. The methodology was based on the hypothetical-deductive method. The study population consisted of 800 residents, from which a stratified sample of 260 participants was selected. Data was collected through surveys using questionnaires that were validated by experts and demonstrated high reliability through statistical testing. Analysis using Pearson's Chi-square test (χ² = 90.040, p = 0.000 < 0.05) showed a significant influence of sociocultural factors on civic participation. The study concluded that elements such as social cohesion, networks of trust, and shared values play a crucial role in strengthening civic engagement within the community. Promoting sociocultural development is key to encouraging greater citizen participation, thereby reinforcing the social fabric and fostering a more active community in collective decision-making.

Keywords: Citizen participation; Participatory democracy; Social capital; Social cohesion; Sociocultural factors. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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