World Heritage in poverty alleviation: Hoi An Ancient Town, Viet Nam

Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Viet Nam, demonstrates how cultural heritage can serve as a catalyst for sustainable poverty alleviation. The study highlights that local community engagement, coupled with economic reforms like Doi Moi, has led to significant reductions in poverty through diversified resource bases and responsive infrastructure development. Public-private partnerships further enhance this progress, offering a model for sustainable human development. This case study underscores the potential of World Heritage sites as demonstration projects for inclusive growth.

Galla, A. (2012). World Heritage in poverty alleviation: Hoi An Ancient Town, Viet Nam. World Heritage, 107–120. https://doi.org/10.1017/cbo9781139567657.013