The challenges of human development in the territory: the brazilian and colombian experiences

Abstract

In this paper, a reflection is made about the role of the Government and the territory when local human development processes are being addressed. For this purpose, the development, theoretical supports of local human development (LHD) were analyzed, as well as the methodology proposed by the United Nations Program for the Development of its achievement on a local level. Finally, a review is made of the results of the implementation of the LHD methodology in Colombia and Brazil, which makes it possible to conclude that the LHD can be differentiated from other forms of development by the generation of citizen assets for the people involved in the process. However, the big challenges continue. Without the real imperative for human development and without the commitment to development from their territorial base, it is likely that most LHD projects are taken through the same path as other development models.