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Entrepreneurship in Rural Areas and Sustainable Development - to What Extent Self-Government Activities Support them. A Case Study of Opole Voivodeship

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Entrepreneurship acts as a catalyst for resolving many economic and social issues. It is often seen as the key factor in driving employment rates in rural areas, particularly among young people. It significantly impacts the overall development of the region, including the quality of life. More job opportunities help create employment for a number of people within their own social system. More specifically, it encourages young and well-educated people to stay in village areas which otherwise become increasingly depopulated. This brings us to a problem; to overcome the existing challenges, rural areas must not only drive the development but also ensure its sustainability. Sustainable rural development should provide alternative sources of income and shape agricultural production in accordance with the environmental standards to preserve the landscape. Therefore, it is expected to concurrently shape the conditions for diverse economic activities and support the development of social and cultural functions to ensure good living standards. The purpose of this paper is to present the factors promoting entrepreneurship and sustainable rural development based on activities undertaken by self-government and residents of rural areas. The findings of this paper were obtained through desk research, surveys, and interviews with leaders of Local Action Groups of Opole Voivodeship. The research results indicate a high level of satisfaction with the business environment, especially in terms of infrastructure, transport accessibility and cooperation with the local environment and public administration.