This thesis takes you through a journey of developing a theoretical Social Innovation Collaborative model (SIC model), applying a hybrid agile stage-gate method of data collection, and analysis for continuous development of the model throughout the period of the thesis. By applying the SIC model on a social issue of immigrant integration to help them establish social networks through designing participatory activities to learn the Swedish language and values. The main organization chosen as the main facilitator to test and apply the SIC model was “Svensk Form”. A review of literature on immigrant policies and projects in Sweden led to the formulation of an initial collaborative social model. Building events upon insights from previous theories on immigrant integration, assimilation theory, social innovation theory, and design thinking informed the development of the methodology. Utilizing qualitative methods within action research, data was gathered through meetings, interviews, observations, and activities. Meetings with social organizations were conducted to gain an understanding of their current projects, processes, and challenges related to their work in social innovation. Additionally, interviews with non-Swedish individuals, a crucial phase of the thesis, were carried out to comprehend the perspectives and needs of the target audience within the SIC model. Employing an action research approach, two events were designed using the model, with collaborations among multiple organizations forming the cornerstone of the work. All data analysis in this research was grounded in grounded theory analysis to identify emerging themes and further support the development of the model. The need for the model is highlighted as a result of the findings, communities’ thirst for regular social activities, and the possibility of creating change from the bottom up using the model is applicable. Findings indicate the need for structured processes in social innovation work and highlight the importance of collaboration for inclusivity. The SIC model evolves through convergence and divergence cycles, incorporating characteristics of social innovation and supporting bottom-up change efforts. Additionally, the research emphasizes the role of social entrepreneurship in addressing social challenges and encourages further exploration of the model's application across different social issues and demographics.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:mdh-67825 |
| Date | January 2024 |
| Creators | Goudian, Diana |
| Publisher | Mälardalens universitet, Akademin för innovation, design och teknik |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
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