The Role of Local Action Groups (LAGs) for Rural Development in the EU 2021–2027 Programming Period: Insights from a Pilot Project in Val Belluna (Italy)

Laura Secco (), Angela Moriggi, Elena Pisani, Riccardo Re, Diego Gallo, Matteo Aguanno, Mauro Masiero, Paola Gatto and Davide Pettenella
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Laura Secco: University of Padova - TESAF Dept.
Angela Moriggi: University of Padova - TESAF Dept.
Elena Pisani: University of Padova - TESAF Dept.
Riccardo Re: Etifor Srl
Diego Gallo: Etifor Srl
Matteo Aguanno: GAL Prealpi E Dolomiti
Mauro Masiero: University of Padova - TESAF Dept.
Paola Gatto: University of Padova - TESAF Dept.
Davide Pettenella: University of Padova - TESAF Dept.

A chapter in Innovation and Knowledge in Agri-food and Environmental Systems, 2024, pp 83-87 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Thirty years after the conception of the LEADER approach, Local Action Groups (LAGs) should take advantage of the transition between two EU programming periods, upgrading their roles. They should equip themselves with real co-creation processes to intercept and mobilize core actors of their territories and increase ability of facing future challenges. This paper reports some of the results of a pilot project of knowledge co-creation carried out in 2021–2022 in the LAG Prealpi e Dolomiti, in the North-East of Italy. Its aim was testing these kind of processes while identifying possible changes and actions for the LAG in view of the new EU programming period 2021–2027. The test lasted 9 months, involving 46 stakeholders in 3 core groups; it used brainstorming, semi-structured interviews, site visits, focus groups and other participatory tools for data collection. Although not generalizable, results show that investments in real engagement both of long-lasting and recently created, formal or informal groups of actors can pay off. The LAG should innovate both its general procedures for designing its local development strategy, and its specific actions.

Keywords: Co-creation; Participatory action research; Local Action Group (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-65168-7_13

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