Leisure and social capital: Spatial differentiation of voluntary associations in Czechia

Abstract

The paper deals with leisure activities and their potential for the creation of social capital. Specifically, it focuses on leisure activities developed within voluntary associations, which are important actors in Czechia, especially at the local level.

The study aims to assess the spatial distribution of various types of associations in Czechia in the context of broader socio-economical processes and changes.

Keywords

• leisure
• voluntary associations
• social capital
• Czechia