Understanding Socio-Technological Systems Change through an Indigenous Community-Based Participatory Framework

Schaefer, Marie; Olabisi, Laura Schmitt; Arola, Kristin L.; Poitra, Christie; Matz, Elise; Seigel, Marika; Schelly, Chelsea; Adesanya, Adewale Aremu; Bessette, Douglas L.

doi:10.3390/su13042257

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“…In particular, under data-scarce conditions, participatory approaches could help to elicit knowledge from actors involved to improve formal and mental models [122,123]. For instance, Indigenous people are recognised as one of the most important knowledge holders [124][125][126]. Emphasis is also given to engaging diverse actor groups, interests, and epistemologies that extend beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries and merge societal and scientific knowledge.…”

Section: Knowledge Co-production Through Learning and Experimentationmentioning

confidence: 99%

How Can We Design Policy Better? Frameworks and Approaches for Sustainability Transitions

Tomai,

Ramani,

Papachristos

2024

Sustainability

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The literature on socio-technical transitions offers a wide range of frameworks and approaches to conceptualise and steer sustainability transitions. However, the complex nature of transition processes, along with the weak correspondence between the transitions literature and policy design, make their joint application rather challenging. In response, this paper proposes a conceptual framework to inform actors managing a system or organisation in a transition process about the steps to follow, from the initial representation of the problem to the formulation of the interventions, and their eventual evaluation for further refinement. This framework is built from an integrative review of the sustainability transitions literature, incorporating state-of-the-art approaches and frameworks to guide policy design. It aims to advance the operationalisation and orientation of policies to accelerate sustainability transitions through a three-phased approach: (i) baseline assessment of systemic challenges, (ii) targets visioning and pathways design, and (iii) implementation and evaluation of policy interventions. The role of the most salient frameworks espoused in the literature is detailed and integrated into the conceptual framework so that transition actors are equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to design effective policies for the realisation of their sustainability goals.

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Section: Knowledge Co-production Through Learning and Experimentationmentioning

confidence: 99%

How Can We Design Policy Better? Frameworks and Approaches for Sustainability Transitions

Tomai,

Ramani,

Papachristos

2024

Sustainability

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“…Historically, Indigenous peoples living in colonised environments have been disproportionately underrepresented in the design and development of the systems which govern them (Ray et al, 2022;Schaefer et al, 2021), and have been unable to apply Indigenous knowledge to bring about much-needed change for Indigenous peoples. The growing evidence from within Indigenous research continues to highlight Indigenous solutions to Indigenous peoples' problems, including an understanding of systems change.…”

Section: Colonising Systemsmentioning

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Te Ruru

Johnson,

Allport,

Boulton

2024

JASC

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Indigenous cultures have long-held perspectives that emphasise the interdependence of all living things as holistic systems. Our worldview is thus shaped by deeply embedded relationality, which is in constant response to our interconnected experiences and knowledges. Systems thinking is a way of looking at the world that recognises the interconnectedness of both natural and human-made systems. The systems change approach, which takes into account the interconnected nature of the world's economic, social, and ecological systems, finds common ground with an inclusive, connected Indigenous holistic world   view. This article explores the congruence and compatibility between systems change thinking and Indigenous frameworks, emphasizing their common ground. The article introduces an example from Aotearoa New Zealand, which has integrated the tenets of systems change methodology within tribally based principles and aspirations to create ‘Te Ruru”. Te Ruru, an Indigenous framework of systems change, has been designed by a tribally owned Māori (Indigenous peoples of New Zealand) health research centre to investigate the overarching system(s) that perpetuate inequity of Māori health outcomes. Te Ruru is depicted in three parts: the first part, or micro lens; the second part, the macro lens; and part three, the meso lens. The first part of the framework prioritizes Indigenous identities and values. In part two, Te Ruru's beak, eyes, and wings symbolize the translation of research findings, strategic oversight, and the ability to navigate systems change. The third part of the framework illustrates the goal of new mātauranga and the need to address internal barriers and traumas, emphasizing the necessity for healing and restoration to sustain long-term systems change. A case study of how Te Ruru has been used in conjunction with a research methodology (TUI) is also included. Te Ruru has been purposefully adapted from a specific tribe’s knowledge and iterated to represent not just the visible system(s) that Māori communities occupy, but also the ‘unseen’ within Indigenous and colonial histories. Using systems change from an intentional Indigenous paradigm is thereby an act of decolonisation— a direct act against the systems currently blocking Indigenous flourishing.   Te Ruru's transformational power lies in its ability to bring to the surface the seen and unseen, and thereby support Māori to take the helm to lead systemic change via the Indigenous translation of inclusive health research.

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Comparative analysis of rural communities’ tradeoffs in large-scale and small-scale renewable energy projects in Kenya

Lamhamedi,

de Vries

2024

Discov Sustain

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In Kenya's dynamic renewable energy landscape, characterized by complex policy frameworks, complex land tenure regimes, and diverse community dynamics, this qualitative research investigates the mechanisms and motivations guiding community decision-making when trading land for electricity access within the context of renewable energy projects. Through the lens of the Institutional Analysis and Development (IAD) framework, particularly the rules in use, this study unravels the complexities of rural communities’ trade-offs inherent in both large-scale and small-scale renewable energy projects. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and participant observations in rural communities engaged in these projects. The findings offer new insights into communities’ decision-making processes and institutional dynamics in shaping outcomes, with a focus on land rights and land use implications. The analysis highlights the relational nature of the trade-offs, influenced by factors such as land tenure systems, project scale, electricity access, traditional knowledge, and local context, supporting the importance of understanding communities’ diverse roles and positions, power dynamics, and governance structures. Overall, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding land-electricity trade-offs in renewable energy projects in rural areas, emphasizing the need for adaptable strategies to address evolving community needs and challenges.

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Understanding Socio-Technological Systems Change through an Indigenous Community-Based Participatory Framework

Cited by 11 publications

References 47 publications

How Can We Design Policy Better? Frameworks and Approaches for Sustainability Transitions

How Can We Design Policy Better? Frameworks and Approaches for Sustainability Transitions

Te Ruru

Comparative analysis of rural communities’ tradeoffs in large-scale and small-scale renewable energy projects in Kenya

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