Civil Society as a Structural Pillar of National Development and Social Transformation in Algeria
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National Development, Participatory Democracy, Social Transformation, 2020 Constitution, Civil SocietyAbstract
This research explores the trajectory of the "Partner Society" within the context of the 2020 Constitutional reforms, which have repositioned civil society as a central actor in the national development project. By analyzing the shift from informal volunteering practices to the formalization of agency. The study identifies a new model of participatory governance, the analysis focuses on the efficacy of these new actors in addressing territorial disparities, particularly in the "Shadow Zones", and the role of digital transformation in bridging the gap between youth aspirations and state-led development goals. The study concludes that the enshrinement of civic agency in the constitutional framework represents a strategic move toward social accountability and sustainable growth, provided that challenges of digital inclusion and institutional adaptation.
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