Linking universities and marginalised communities : South African case studies of innovation focused on livelihoods in informal settings /

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Main Author: Kruss, Glenda
Other Authors: Michael Gastrow
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cape Town : HSRC Press, 2015.
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Item Description:"South African universities are mandated to promote scholarship that is socially and economically responsive to local contexts. The contribution of universities to innovation is a key driver of economic and social development, but should be more effectively harnessed to address poverty and inequality. Linking Universities and Marginalised Communities examines how South African universities engage with the informal sector in marginalised communities to improve livelihoods through inclusive innovation. The knowledge imperatives of universities are explored in relation to the public good and social justice, and the roles of innovation and technology transfer. Case studies provide examples of coherence between teaching, research, innovation and community engagement, and illustrate the enablers and constraints to such interaction." Back cover.
Physical Description:xv, 128 p : ill ; cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780796925008