Presenting the development model of the integration of social development based on the programs of the cultural and sports organization of the municipalities

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Department of Physical Education and sport science, Ak.C., Islamic Azad University, Aliabad katoul, Iran

2 Assistant Professor, Department of General Education Courses, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Gorgan, Iran

3 Department of Physical Education and sport science,BG.C., Islamic Azad University, Bandar Gaz, Iran

Abstract

The present study aimed to develop a model for integrating social development based on the programs of municipal cultural and sports organizations. This research employed a qualitative approach using the grounded theory method with Strauss and Corbin’s systematic procedure, conducted through fieldwork. Participants consisted of knowledgeable experts in the field, selected through purposive sampling with a homogeneous strategy while ensuring maximum diversity. Data collection continued until theoretical saturation was reached, resulting in 15 semi-structured interviews with experts possessing both scientific and practical experience. Findings revealed that social transformations, sports-related necessities, and individual requirements highlight the importance of designing an integrated framework for social development. The analysis indicated that integrating social development through municipal cultural and sports programs can generate multiple outcomes at three levels: social (enhancing cohesion and social capital, promoting social justice, and increasing citizen participation), sports-related (expanding public sports, empowering vulnerable groups, and improving the quality of sports services), and organizational (improving managerial efficiency, strengthening organizational identity, and developing inter-sectoral cooperation networks). Accordingly, the proposed model not only bridges the theoretical gap regarding the linkage between social development and cultural-sports programs but also provides practical insights for urban managers and policymakers striving for sustainable and cohesive social development.

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