Kıbbutzim in alleviating rural poverty in Tunceli

Authors : Emine Yılmaz, Ekin Enver Yılmaz

Pages : 180-202

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Publication Date : 2024-12-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Rural tourism is one of the most important activities that can help alleviate poverty in rural areas. One of the various ways to promote rural tourism is through cooperatives. In this context, the Kibbutz-style rural tourism model in the world serves as a successful example. In this regard, this study examined the external and internal factors impacting the formation of Kibbutz communities and evaluated the potential for implementing a Kibbutz-style rural tourism model in Tunceli/ Turkiye. In this study, which was prepared using a qualitative research method, content analysis was conducted on secondary data sources. A comprehensive analysis compared the social, geographical, and political infrastructure of Tunceli with that of the Kibbutz movement. In both cultures, a strong inclination towards values such as egalitarianism, solidarity, fraternity, and cooperation was evident. Additionally, both groups showed support for left-leaning political ideologies. However, a significant difference emerged as the people of Tunceli had not attempted to establish a social entity aligned with their core values, similar to the Kibbutz. Given the characteristics of Tunceli, it is hypothesized that a rural tourism cooperative operating in the Kibbutz style could effectively leverage poverty in Tunceli.
Keywords : İçerik analizi, kooperatif, Kibbutz, kırsal kalkınma, Tunceli