This paper examines the intersection between endogenous development and self-reliance, focusing on how these two concepts contribute to sustainable, culturally grounded, and independent development processes, particularly in the Global South. Endogenous development emphasizes local autonomy, cultural relevance, and the use of indigenous knowledge systems in development strategies, while self-reliance advocates for communities to harness their own resources and capacities to achieve economic independence and social resilience. The paper explores key dimensions of this nexus, including the valorisation of local knowledge, cultural sovereignty, autonomy in decision-making, and sustainable resource management. It also highlights how endogenous development serves as a framework for achieving self-reliance, fostering local entrepreneurship, decolonizing knowledge systems, and strengthening social institutions. While the paper acknowledges the challenges posed by globalization, technological dependency, and external economic pressures, it argues that the integration of endogenous development and self-reliance offers a powerful alternative to exogenous, externally driven development models. This nexus not only promotes sustainable economic growth but also preserves cultural identity and ensures long-term ecological and social sustainability.
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- Hakim Abdallah (Author), 2024, Exploring the Nexus Between Endogenous Development and Self-Reliance as a Development Approach, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1508507
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