関係人口の創出につながる活動の実態と継続要因

鳥取県で活動する学生団体の卒業生への調査結果から

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In recent years, various efforts have been made to promote the creation of “regional experience seekers” as a means to sustain and revitalize rural areas. This study investigated student groups engaged in rural activities and identified factors contributing to the continuation of these efforts, considering perspectives from the participants and supporting actors. It also clarified the factors that help foster and retain regional experience seekers through ongoing involvements in rural activities. Key factors that enable student activities to continue include support from intermediary organizations that connect students with the community, assistance from residents who welcome student activities, the development of relationships with other students and residents, and opportunities to learn about the activities and local characteristics. Moreover, the results suggest that promoting continuous activities and disseminating information from local stakeholders also helps retain regional experience seekers in rural areas.