Influence of Social Capital on Community Participation with Community Development as an Intervening Variable

DOI: https://doi.org/10.15826/csp.2025.9.2.339

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of social capital comprising trust, social networks, and social values on community development and community participation. Additionally, it explores the mediating role of community development in the relationship between the dimensions of social capital and community participation. A mixed-method approach was employed, combining a systematic literature review with path analysis, to provide both conceptual and empirical insights into the dynamics of social capital in community empowerment. The obtained results showed that trust and network had a positive and significant impact on community development and community participation while social values had no significant influence, possibly due to the abstract nature of the associated values and the time required to influence community dynamics. Accordingly, community development was observed to effectively mediate influence of trust and network on community participation by fostering productive interactions and enhancing collective awareness. Regardless of the fact that social values had no direct impact, reinforcing these values remains very important for building solidarity and collective awareness. These results offer valuable contributions to the understanding of social capital’s multidimensional role in supporting participatory and sustainable community development initiatives.

Author Biographies

Moh. Dulkiah, Sunan Gunung Djati State Islamic University, Bandung, Indonesia

Moh. Dulkiah is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sociology, Sunan Gunung Djati State Islamic University. He participates in research and development activities conducted by universities and the Indonesian government, especially those aimed at ensuring sustainable community development in the rural areas of Indonesia. He is committed to advancing his academic and professional career by contributing to social research initiatives. He hopes to disseminate his ideas and experiences through international scientific publications.

Anggi Saeful Majid, Sunan Gunung Djati State Islamic University, Bandung, Indonesia

Anggi Saeful Majid, Associate Researcher in UIN Sunan Gunung Djati, conducts research studies in the field of social development. He participates in research projects addressing various social and political issues. He has a particular interest in applying data analysis methods to support empirical research and deepen understanding of complex societal dynamics. He is committed to advancing his academic and professional career by contributing to interdisciplinary research initiatives. He aspires to continue his studies and be actively involved in scientific activities that bridge data science and social research. Research interests: data analysis, political science, and social sciences.

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Published
2025-07-12
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Dulkiah, M., & Majid, A. (2025). Influence of Social Capital on Community Participation with Community Development as an Intervening Variable. Changing Societies & Personalities, 9(2), 501-523. doi:10.15826/csp.2025.9.2.339
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