Assessing the Impact of Public Value on Community Development and Social Cohesion
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- Public value, community development, social cohesion, governance, social capital, participatory democracy
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The concept of public value has gained increasing attention in the field of public administration, education, and community development, particularly in contexts where governance structures and public services play a crucial role in shaping societal well-being. This study investigates the impact of public value on community development and social cohesion in the context of public sector schools in Sindh, Pakistan. A quantitative research design was employed, using a structured questionnaire distributed to 310 and data was analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings underscore the transformative role public schools can play in enhancing community well-being and fostering a sense of unity. This study contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence from a developing country context and highlights the importance of public value in strengthening social bonds through the education sector. The research offers practical implications for policymakers to adopt inclusive, participatory practices in school governance that prioritize public value creation, ultimately promoting more cohesive and resilient communities.
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