Governments in developing countries often view the middle class as a catalyst for economic and political transformation. However, research suggests a significant gap between the policy reforms expected by the middle class and those implemented by governments. Inspired by prior studies conducted in Brazil, Côte d’Ivoire, Turkey, and Vietnam, this study aims to explore this disconnect by collecting qualitative data on policymakers in Latin America. The research will focus on Chile with local responsibility to identify gaps. This work is embedded in Work Package 9 (WP9) of the broader research initiative, which aims to reconcile sustainability objectives with sustainable human development and well-being. WP9 seeks to understand the complex interactions between social, economic, and environmental dimensions of the transition, notably from the perspectives of (i) social perceptions and expectations on sustainability transition and (ii) social and political acceptability of transition policies.
Project leader: Gabriel Kessler
Project researchers: Ariel Wilkis
Scientific mentors: Jorge Davalos
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