SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FUTURES: THE NEXUS BETWEEN INNOVATION AND ALLEVIATING POVERTY
Keywords:
Sustainable Future, Poverty Alleviation, Social Innovation, SPSS 26Abstract
The primary aim of this research was to assess the direct influence of environmental challenges, social innovation, and the pursuit of sustainable development objectives on the alleviation of poverty within the context of Iraq. The impetus behind this study was to furnish actionable recommendations for mitigating poverty in Iraq. A sample comprising 296 respondents employed within the governmental sector was surveyed using a Likert scale questionnaire. The study employed a convenience sampling approach to procure cross-sectional data. Data analysis was conducted utilizing SPSS 26, incorporating regression and coefficient correlation analyses. The findings revealed a direct and positive relationship between environmental challenges, social innovation, sustainable development goals, and the alleviation of poverty in Iraq. This underscores the significance of these factors in contributing to our understanding. Consequently, the Government of Iraq could formulate impactful policies by heeding the recommendations derived from this research for poverty alleviation. Specifically, the study advocates for the Government of Iraq to address environmental challenges and foster social innovation. Furthermore, it strongly suggests leveraging sustainable development goals as a significant tool to foster advancement within the country.