CALL FOR PAPERS
The 17th workshop on "Social Capital and Development Trends of Countryside in Knowledge Society"
Craigmonie Hotel, Inverness, Scotland July 24-25, 2023
Organized by MARG (Marginal Area Research Group) in Collaboration with The IGU Commission on Globalization, Marginalization, and Regional and Local Response
*Title and Abstract Submission Deadline: 30th April, 2023
*Finished Papers Submission Deadline: 30th June, 2023
BACKGROUND AND SCOPE
In this globalization era which is enhanced by the development of transportation networks and innovations of information systems, the existence of countryside stands on the edge of a precipice. Regional problems that rural areas are faced with are characterized by depopulation, aging, regional deprivation, spatial sprawling, planetary urbanization, degradation of natural resources and environments, just to mention a few influencing factors. So far, the national and local governments have taken various policies a nd innovation to overcome these problems, while limits of governmental capacity have often been demonstrated. In this context, it is the time for us to build a new paradigm of community governance in order to enhance the substance of rural regions. Especially, collaborative management of a local community supported by various stakeholders, e.g. local residents, voluntary associations, tourists, and so on is required. One of the most important concepts that we should take into consideration is the concept of “social capital.” In general, social capital refers to networks filled with norms of one’s community that enhance trust, concern for one’s associates, and cooperation. In several fields of research and public policy making, the concept of social capital swept to prominence as a key issue for community governance. Discussing and materializing the concept of social capital in a local community will contribute in enhancing the rural substance and development.
The objective of this workshop is to discuss common topics of rural regions of several countries such as in Europe, Japan, Southeast Asia and so on, with the concept of social capital as common denominator. This workshop is held as one of the workshop series on social capital held by MARG. The workshop series have been held in Östersund (Sweden) 2004, Nichi’nan (Japan) 2005, Vindeln (Sweden) 2006, Kitami (Japan) 2007, Jönköping (Sweden) 2008, Ishigaki (Japan) 2009, Jönköping (Sweden) 2010, Nara (Japan) 2011, Österlen (Sweden) 2012, Amakusa (Japan) 2013, Östersund (Sweden) 2014, Takayama (Japan) 2015, Kiruna (Sweden) 2106, Tonga 2017, Kyoto (Japan) 2018, and Bali (Indonesia) 2019. This workshop will be held in Inverness, Scotland, a n d i t will continue the fruitful discussions on rural development issues and the role of social capital, as the new wave after the previous 18-year workshops, following the newer theme on social capital and rural regime after the last workshop in Bali.
Topics of interest in this workshop include as below (but not limited):
- Social Capital and its Management
- Commons and its Management
- Community Governance
- Regional Smartness and Smart Villages
- Voluntarism, Partnership, and Local Engagement
- Sustainable Management of Forest, Mountain, and Water Resources
- Development of Rural Regions
- Tourism and Local Development
- Tourism’s Role in Rural Development
- Social Innovation in Rural Regions
- Climate Changes’ Threats and Opportunities for the Countryside
- Urban-rural Interaction and Relationship
- Cultural Experience and Tourism
- Innovation and Knowledge Society in Rural Regions
- Degradation and Preservation of Natural Environments
PARTICIPANTS
This seminar is open for participants from universities, research institutions, government institutions, practitioners, developer and for people who are concerned about social capital and rural development. The papers are also expected to come from various countries.
COSTS FOR PARTICIPANTS
All participants are required to pay registration fee GBP 70 which includes workshop program materials: participant kit, for 2-days workshop during the period July 24-25, 2023. All participants are responsible for their accommodation and travel costs (to and from the venue).
VENUE
Craigmonie Hotel (Culduthel Suite), 9 Annfield Road, Inverness, Scotland Zip code IV2 3HX
Tel: +44 1463 231649
https://www.craigmoniehotelinverness.co.uk/
IMPORTANT DATES
30th April: Deadline for abstract submission
21st May: Information on acceptance of abstracts
30th June: Deadline for submission of finished papers
24th-25th July: Workshop
ABSTRACTS
Abstracts should contain maximum 300 words, be written in English and in MS Word. The abstracts should include title, author(s), affiliation, complete address, telephone number and e-mail address. Send your abstracts to Dr. Emi TOHYAMA E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
PUBLICATION
Selected papers from the workshop will be published as proceedings.
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Prof. Kenji TSUTSUMI (Chairman, Osaka University)
Prof. Kakuya MATSUSHIMA (Secretary, Kyoto University)
INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC REVIEW COMMITTEE
Prof. Kiyoshi KOBAYASHI (Kyoto University)
Prof. Hans WESTLUND (KTH (Royal Institute of Technology and Jönköping International Business School)
Dr. Emi TOHYAMA (Kyoto University)
GENERAL SECRETARIAT CONTACT DETAILS
Ms. Fumika ASADA (Kyoto University) E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
ACCOMMODATION
You may book by yourself or find your own hotel, although we recommend the hotels in Inverness city area for the term.
TENTATIVE PROGRAM
DAY1 (24 July 2023)
08:00 – 08:30 Registration
08:30 – 08:40 Opening greeting
08:40 – 09:00 Keynote lecture by Prof. Kobayashi from KU
09:00 – 09:20 Keynote lecture by Prof. Westlund from KTH
09:20 – 09:40 Discussion (moderated by Prof. Matsushima from KU)
09:40 – 10:00 Coffee break
10:00 – 12:00 Session 1
12:00 – 13:30 Noon recess
13:30 – 15:00 Session 2
15:00 – 15:10 Coffee break
15:10 – 16:40 Session 3
16:40 – Closing Remarks for the first day
DAY2 (25 July 2023)
08:00 – 08:20 Registration for new participants
08:20 – 09:50 Session 4
09:50 – 10:00 Coffee break
10:00 – 12:00 Session 5
12:00 – 13:30 Noon recess
13:30 – 14:10 Closing Remarks and Information