Rescaling the Rungs of Arnstein’s Ladder of Community Participation Framework on the Localisation of the Sustainable Development Goals

Radduan Yusof, Mohd Idham Mohd Yusof, Farah Adilla Ab Rahman, Mohamad Fazli Sabri, Mariani Ariffin and Emir Hadžikadunic
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Radduan Yusof: Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seremban, Malaysia
Mohd Idham Mohd Yusof: Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seremban, Malaysia
Farah Adilla Ab Rahman: Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seremban, Malaysia
Mohamad Fazli Sabri: Department of Resource Management & Consumer Studies, Faculty of Human Ecology, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Malaysia
Mariani Ariffin: Department of Environmental Management Faculty of Environmental Studies Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Malaysia
Emir Hadžikadunic: Department of Political Science and International Relations, Sarajevo School of Science and Technology, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 1, 1384-1400

Abstract: Localising Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a process through which local governments adapt global objectives to address local needs and priorities, enhancing relevance and accountability. This study examines SDG localisation within the Malaysian local government system using Sherry Arnstein’s Ladder of Citizen Participation as a theoretical framework. This research assesses citizen input sharing, decision-making, program implementation, and monitoring functions in the local government SDGs initiative towards varying levels of Arnstein’s citizen engagement. Data from 162 respondents were analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), revealing significant relationships between community participation and perceived empowerment. Findings highlight the need for continuous community engagement across SDG implementation stages to foster inclusive, sustainable development. Recommendations for policy enhancements and inclusive participation frameworks are discussed.

Date: 2025
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