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Evaluating Citizen Participation: A Proposal for Multivariate Analysis of Its Potential and Obstacles From Development Interventions

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  • Luciano Barbosa de Lima
  • Pablo Podadera Rivera

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Citizen participation in public policy and development projects has gained critical importance, particularly in the context of international cooperation. This paper introduces the Citizen Participation Index (CitPI), a novel tool designed to measure the capacity of citizen participation to influence public policies effectively. The study employs field experiences from six countries (Brazil, Ecuador, El Salvador, Timor‐Leste, Spain, and Vietnam) and applies quantitative multivariate analytical techniques, supported by extensive bibliographic and documentary research. The CitPI aims to offer actionable insights for enhancing participation and guiding policymakers. Findings indicate substantial disparities across countries, driven by socio‐economic, cultural, and political variables. By providing a standardized measure, the CitPI demonstrates its potential to inform the design of more inclusive and effective development interventions.

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  • Luciano Barbosa de Lima & Pablo Podadera Rivera, 2026. "Evaluating Citizen Participation: A Proposal for Multivariate Analysis of Its Potential and Obstacles From Development Interventions," Review of Development Economics, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 30(1), pages 32-47, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:rdevec:v:30:y:2026:i:1:p:32-47
    DOI: 10.1111/rode.13248
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