Bottom-up participatory initiative

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Bottom-up participatory initiative

A bottom-up participatory initiative refers to a process or project that originates and is driven by the active involvement, ideas, and contributions of individuals or communities at the grassroots level. In this approach, decision-making and planning begin with the local community members, and the initiative gains momentum from their active participation and input.

Examples of bottom-up participatory initiatives include community-driven development projects, grassroots environmental conservation efforts, and initiatives focused on healthcare, education, or social services that are designed and led by the communities they serve.

The bottom-up approach contrasts with top-down approaches, where decisions and initiatives are formulated at higher levels of authority and then implemented at the local level. Bottom-up participatory initiatives are seen as a way to promote community ownership, sustainability, and the long-term success of projects.

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This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 959420.