A Substitution Effect occurs when an organization takes over for local capacity and reduces or replaces local efforts.
Substitution and legitimacy
When a government reduces its connection with its citizens by giving up more and more services to other entities, its legitimacy erodes bit by bit. Ultimately, this can lead to acts of resistance, and, in some cases, violence. Delegitimizing government undermines Connectors and may increase Dividers.
When governing authorities push responsibility for services onto NGOs, the ultimate effects of this should be discussed openly. NGOs should not willingly take away power from an authority without a plan to give it back someday.
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Legitimization Effects
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Using Substitution Effects
Substitution Effects free up resources to pursue conflict
Resource Transfers
