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Development and vulnerability: A Capability Approach to Crime Reduction. The case of Khlong Toei in Bangkok, Thailand

Cipolla, Nicole LU (2024) MIDM19 20241
Department of Human Geography
LUMID International Master programme in applied International Development and Management
Abstract
This thesis investigated the effectiveness of development interventions in reducing people's vulnerability to criminal engagement within the low-income communities of Khlong Toei, situated in Bangkok, Thailand. Guided by three primary research inquiries, the study explored (1) the underlying circumstances affecting the vulnerability of residents to affiliate with crime, (2) the evolution of these circumstances under the action of agents of development (3) the broader implications for better informing future development interventions aimed at crime reduction. By leveraging the Capability Approach alongside qualitative research, primary focused on interviews, and a thematic analysis, this study unveiled the complex dynamics surrounding... (More)
This thesis investigated the effectiveness of development interventions in reducing people's vulnerability to criminal engagement within the low-income communities of Khlong Toei, situated in Bangkok, Thailand. Guided by three primary research inquiries, the study explored (1) the underlying circumstances affecting the vulnerability of residents to affiliate with crime, (2) the evolution of these circumstances under the action of agents of development (3) the broader implications for better informing future development interventions aimed at crime reduction. By leveraging the Capability Approach alongside qualitative research, primary focused on interviews, and a thematic analysis, this study unveiled the complex dynamics surrounding deprivation and criminal behaviour. Findings highlighted how the effectiveness of development interventions aimed at reducing crime is substantially hindered when these interventions fail in addressing social factors and structural constraints that limit the access to the newly provided services. This study finally suggests that focusing on enhancing people’s ability to function within society development interventions can foster more inclusive and sustainable solutions for crime reduction. (Less)
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author
Cipolla, Nicole LU
supervisor
organization
course
MIDM19 20241
year
type
H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
subject
keywords
Capability Approach, Functionings, Crime Reduction, Development Strategies, Socio-Economic Vulnerability, Khlong Toei, Deprived Urban Communities.
language
English
id
9151724
date added to LUP
2024-06-10 09:04:37
date last changed
2024-06-10 09:04:37
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  abstract     = {{This thesis investigated the effectiveness of development interventions in reducing people's vulnerability to criminal engagement within the low-income communities of Khlong Toei, situated in Bangkok, Thailand. Guided by three primary research inquiries, the study explored (1) the underlying circumstances affecting the vulnerability of residents to affiliate with crime, (2) the evolution of these circumstances under the action of agents of development (3) the broader implications for better informing future development interventions aimed at crime reduction. By leveraging the Capability Approach alongside qualitative research, primary focused on interviews, and a thematic analysis, this study unveiled the complex dynamics surrounding deprivation and criminal behaviour. Findings highlighted how the effectiveness of development interventions aimed at reducing crime is substantially hindered when these interventions fail in addressing social factors and structural constraints that limit the access to the newly provided services. This study finally suggests that focusing on enhancing people’s ability to function within society development interventions can foster more inclusive and sustainable solutions for crime reduction.}},
  author       = {{Cipolla, Nicole}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{Development and vulnerability: A Capability Approach to Crime Reduction. The case of Khlong Toei in Bangkok, Thailand}},
  year         = {{2024}},
}