The Philippine Agricultural Scientist
Publication Date
6-1-2025
Abstract
In this research, empowerment is conceptualized as the process through which rural villagers organize themselves to enhance their self-sufficiency, assert their right to independent decision-making, gain control over resources, and address and overcome poverty. This study aimed to develop an empowerment model for rural communities in Zanjan Province, Iran, focusing on achieving self-sufficiency and assessing the model using structural equation modeling. The study compared the main components of the model using the post-event technique and validated the variables of self-sufficiency in rural communities through a descriptive-correlational design and structural equation modeling. The sample comprised 384 villagers selected via stratified random sampling with proportional allocation. Data analysis involved descriptive and analytical statistics, including structural equation modeling, confirmatory factor analysis, and multiple regression using SPSS 25 and AMOS 24 software. The findings highlight financial circumstances as the most influential latent variables mediating empowerment and empowerment itself, which demonstrates the greatest impact on self-sufficiency. Overall, fostering a sense of security and trust is urgently needed for the empowerment of rural communities.
Recommended Citation
Ganjkhanloo, Azra; Poursaeed, Alireza; Samani, Roya Eshraghi; and Vahedi, Marjan
(2025)
"Designing a Model to Empower Rural Communities for Self-Sufficiency in Zanjan Province, Iran,"
The Philippine Agricultural Scientist: Vol. 108:
No.
2, Article 6.
Available at:
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/pas/vol108/iss2/6