The deep social crisis that has gripped the world demonstrates the crucial role of the quality of the institutional environment in confronting and overcoming the recurrence of anti-social phenomena. Under these conditions, the thesis of institutional transformations as the core of social development is essential (Midgley, 1999). Recognition of the unique role of institutions has become the central postulate of modern sociological science. However, the transformation of the institutional idea into a practical tool and mechanism of social practice is still a long way off. Scientifically, we can speak of a lack of depth and systematicity in institutional research.
In public practice, the neglect of science, especially sociological developments, continues in the absence of scientifically grounded approaches to vital institutional transformations. The lack of a transparent scenario of institutional transition, the destruction and modernization of the former social system occurred as spontaneous, uncoordinated processes with high costs (Midgley, 1999). Various theories and social practices that had been developed in previous centuries but still influenced social development turned out to be the main tools of institutional reforms.
The preceding implies the need to develop certain principles, schemes, and algorithms of actions within the framework of a unique concept for implementing institutional reforms. Already when making decisions on the formation of certain institutions, it is advisable to know which of them can prevent and overcome social crises (Midgley, 1999). It is essential to understand the perfection of the approach to ensure the development and effective solution to some social issues, such as improving people’s quality of life. The absence of such an approach in current conceptions of institutionalism significantly hinders the solution of many social problems. Thus, institutional transformations are the most crucial component of society’s social development strategy.
Reference
Midgley, J. (1999). Achieving Social Development: The institutional perspective. In J. Midgely, Social development: The developmental perspective in social welfare (139-177). SAGE Publications.