Rola partycypacji społecznej na rzecz zrównoważonego rozwoju obszarów wiejskich

This is to ensure sustainable development in the area belonging to the task of public administration and individual citizens. For this reason, local authorities should encourage and enable active public participation in the settlement of matters important to them. This allows for social participation, which is an active, conscious and creative participation of citizens in deciding on matters related to the development of their residence. Such participation is a source of many benefits for the authorities and residents. This allows the development of relevant and socially acceptable decisions, thus reducing the risk of local social conflicts. The article presents theoretical aspects of social participation for rural development.