Research on the Development Potential of Cultural Resources and Community Participation in Huaiyang Community
Keywords:
Community participation, Culture resource, Development potential, Cultural management model, Huaiyang communityAbstract
This study examines the cultural resources of the Huaiyang community with the aim of proposing strategies for cultural management, development models, and cultural innovation projects. A mixed approach combining field research and literature review was employed to provide a systematic understanding of Huaiyang’s historical evolution, geographical context, and cultural background. To further explore cultural resources and community perspectives, focus group interviews were conducted with 23 long-term residents. The data were analyzed using content analysis to identify cultural resources with strong development potential and the core elements of community participation in cultural management. Based on these findings, strategies for enhancing community involvement were proposed using an empowerment model. The study ultimately introduces a comprehensive framework for community cultural management and development in Huaiyang, articulated
through the following dimensions: Human-Centered (Participating Groups), Culture-Carrier (Community Culture), Space-Supported (Locales), Scenery-Relied
(Environmental Facilities), Production-Based (Cultural Industry), and Management-Oriented (Design Process). This framework underscores the integration of cultural heritage, spatial environments, community empowerment, and cultural industries to promote sustainable development and participatory cultural management in the Huaiyang community.
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