Empowering the impoverished: capacity building and poverty reduction in Tra Vinh’s Khmer communities
Keywords:
Khmer ethnic, poverty alleviation, solutions, capability approach, Vietnam
Abstract
Poverty remains a significant concern in numerous countries world-wide, and within Vietnam, it persists, particularly among ethnic minorities. This study explores the factors influencing the poverty of ethnic minorities in Tra Cu District, Tra Vinh Province, Vietnamese Mekong Delta, utilizing Amartya Sen’s capability approach theory, a multidimensional poverty approach, and the DFID’s framework of sustainable livelihoods. Theoretical reviews were conducted to comprehend poverty-related theories. The research employs a quantitative method, analyzing data from 420 participants through questionnaires. SPSS 25.0 was utilized for Cronbach’s Alpha, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Linear Regression model results. Findings indicate that deficiencies in living capability, production capability, and development capability contribute to the poverty of ethnic minorities in Tra Cu District, Tra Vinh province. Notably, development capability exerts the most significant influence on household poverty, followed by living capability and production capability. Based on these findings, recommendations are proposed to assist impoverished households in achieving sustainable poverty reduction.
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Published
2024-11-04
How to Cite
Van Khanh, D., Xuesong, H., & Nguyen, T. T. N. (2024). Empowering the impoverished: capacity building and poverty reduction in Tra Vinh’s Khmer communities. Interacción Y Perspectiva, 15(1), 20-33. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14030893
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