SLEN 모델을 활용한 부산광역시 마을관리 사회적협동조합의 지속가능성 평가 연구

Abstract

This study evaluates the sustainability of town management social cooperatives in Busan, South Korea, using the Sustainable Local Enterprise Network (SLEN) model. The evaluation is based on five key dimensions: human capital, social capital, economic capital, local environmental resources, and reinvestment. A mixed-methods approach was employed, utilizing surveys and expert interviews to gather and quantify data. The Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was then used to determine the relative importance of each criterion and assign weighted scores. The findings indicate that economic capital is the most critical factor for sustainability, as financial stability underpins long-term operations. Social capital, particularly internal cohesion and external networking, was also found to significantly influence performance. While the cooperatives continue to reinvest in community programs, financial constraints limit their expansion into new business ventures. Additionally, a lack of professional expertise among members highlights the need for stronger leadership and governance. Key recommended strategies include securing professional personnel, strengthening leadership, and implementing capacity-building programs. Future research should extend this assessment to cooperatives operating outside of urban regeneration contexts and further explore mechanisms for achieving financial independence and effective reinvestment. Ultimately, these insights offer valuable guidance for sustainable cooperative management and the formulation of effective urban regeneration policies.