Integrating Grassroots Innovation into Ethical Supply Chains: A Framework for Sustainable and Inclusive Development in Fragile States

Akpa Chukwunonye John
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Akpa Chukwunonye John: Independent Researcher and Sustainability Advocate Abuja, Nigeria

International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2024, vol. 11, issue 10, 307-324

Abstract: Fragile states, often hindered by weak governance, political instability, and economic fragility, face significant challenges in achieving sustainable development due to the lack of institutional frameworks necessary for implementing top-down, donor-driven development models. Traditional interventions frequently overlook local innovations, which are often better suited to address the unique challenges in these contexts. This paper explores the integration of grassroots innovation (GI) into ethical supply chains (ESCs) as a comprehensive approach to promoting inclusive and sustainable development in fragile states. Grassroots innovations, emerging from local communities, offer context-specific solutions to socioeconomic and environmental issues, while ethical supply chains ensure transparency, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability in production processes. Through case studies from Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East, the study uses qualitative analysis to show how local innovations in areas like sustainable agriculture and renewable energy, exemplified by initiatives in Nepal and Sierra Leone, can be effectively integrated into global supply chains. The findings reveal that combining grassroots innovations with ethical supply chain practices fosters local empowerment, reduces dependency on foreign aid, and promotes self-sustaining economies. The proposed framework emphasizes the need for policy support, capacity building, and financial investment to facilitate this integration. Ultimately, integrating grassroots innovation with ethical supply chains offers a viable pathway to achieving sustainable and inclusive development in fragile states by empowering local communities and promoting global standards of fairness, transparency, and sustainability, contributing to the broader Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Date: 2024
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