A Study on the Causal Relationship between the Motivation to Participate in Local Cultural Welfare Centers and intention to Re-participate

Abstract

Local cultural centers’ culture and arts education programs address critical needs by enhancing creativity, problem-solving skills, and personal growth. These programs bolster local identity and pride, fostering re-participation intention. This study explores the re-participation intention of participants in these programs, aiming to understand outcomes and assess program management and sustainability. A sample of 209 participants was analyzed using descriptive statistics, reliability tests (Cronbach’s α: 0.951 for participants, 0.943 for re-participation intention), and validity tests (KMO: 0.967 for participants, 0.940 for re-participation intention). Re-participation intention is significantly influenced by activity-oriented (r = 0.834), learning-oriented (r = 0.606), and goal-oriented (r = 0.493) motivations, with activity-oriented being the most influential. The findings suggest that enhancing goal-oriented programs can boost participation rates. The study emphasizes the importance of the operational system and institutional environment in shaping these motivations, which positively impact re-participation intention. Regression analysis (R² = 0.703, F = 160.426, p < 0.001) provides insights into the causal impacts among variables and the applicability of the findings. The study offers a theoretical framework and practical applications for increasing participation in local culture and arts.