The Path to Sustainable Development of Local Intangible Cultural Heritage: A Case Study of Nüshu in Jiangyong, China
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Nüshu in Jiangyong, China, represents the world's only surviving gender-specific script and has been a highlight in the development of intangible cultural heritage both locally and globally over the years. This study employed qualitative research methods to describe and analyze Nüshu within the context of cultural inheritance, utilizing literature review, field research, and the application of sustainable development concepts to explore (1) the relationship between the concept of sustainable development and the sustainable development of culture, (2) the developmental changes in the transmission of Nüshu, and (3) the pathways to sustainable development of Nüshu in the context of cultural inheritance. The results indicated that, on one hand, the sustainable development of culture is an extension of the concept of sustainable development; on the other hand, the development of Nüshu faces urgent challenges related to modes of transmission, environmental context, and the inheritors themselves. Additionally, the sustainable development pathways for Nüshu could be explored from both static and dynamic perspectives. The findings of this study not only provided a theoretical basis for the protection and transmission of Nüshu culture but also offered reference value for the sustainable development of other precious local cultural heritages.
It was concluded that the sustainable development of Nüshu in Jiangyong offers critical insights into the broader application of sustainable practices within the realm of intangible cultural heritage. The study not only underscores the importance of culturally specific approaches but also highlights the potential for these methods to contribute to global sustainability efforts, ensuring that local traditions enhance cultural diversity and economic vitality at the international level.
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