The Buen Vivir: A Policy to Survive the Anthropocene?. Issue 1 (16th December 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Calisto Friant, Martin; Langmore, John
• Is Part Of: Global policy. Volume 6:Issue 1(2015)
• Page Start: 64
• Page End: 71
• Publication Date: 2014-12-16
• Subjects: Globalization -- Periodicals; International relations -- Periodicals; World politics -- Periodicals; 327.1705
• DOI: 10.1111/1758-5899.12187
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1758-5880

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main" id="gpol12187-abs-0001"> <title>Abstract</title> <p>This article examines the ideology and the politics of <italic>buen vivir</italic> as the government of Rafael Correa in Ecuador has implemented them from 2007 to 2013. The analysis focuses on the implications of this model, which is based on a traditional Andean world view. The article first explores the main components of <italic>buen vivir</italic> including its focus on strengthening democratic participation and environmental justice. Second, the implementation of this ideology is analysed through a review of the new constitution and government policies. Third, key outcomes are assessed through various social and economic indicators. Fourth, a critical approach to the government's interpretation of <italic>buen vivir</italic> is taken and the many contradictions and inconsistencies in its implementation are unfolded. Nevertheless, the policies of <italic>buen vivir</italic> have the potential to create innovative and inspiring solutions, especially in the face of the environmental and social challenges brought by the anthropocene.</p> </abstract>