COMMUNITY WORK Flashcards
refers to both the development of a social
grouping and also the nature of the relationship among the members
Community
share physical space, so that residents come into
contact with each other by virtue of proximity, rather than intent
Geographic communities
are sometime referred to as “communities within
communities”, members of these communities choose to associate with each on
the basis of a common interest
Communities of interest
are groups of people that primarily interact via
communication media rather than face to face
Virtual communities
is a process to create conditions of economic
and social progress for the whole community with its active participation and fullest possible reliance upon the community’s initiative
Community Development
the will of the majority must be carried out, but only after all voices are heard and considered and minority rights are protected
Democratic
are many barriers to participation in society; poverty, disability, age, race and ethnicity are some other characteristics that often
marginalize people, a healthy community embraces diversity and recognizes that all community members have a right to be heard and participate in processes that affect their lives.
Inclusive
organizational structures are as flat as possible, with all participants being seen as equally important and having equal input
Non-authoritarian
Community members come together to
discuss their concerns, assess options and arrive at their own conclusions.
Community self-determination
Communities thrive when they develop their own assets, but also when they “own” their problems and issues.
Community ownership
There are sources of strength
in every community; for example, informal networks and social support systems,
or certain individuals that have particular talents or are able to help others in
need. A community developer identifies these existing community assets and
works with them. It is important not to duplicate existing structures and functions
as that may weaken rather than strengthen the community.
Enhance natural capacities and networks
This is the fundamental to community
development and is at least implicit in all CD work, if not an explicit goal of a CD
program.
Social justice and equity
Services are available to everyone, without requiring means or
needs testing.
Universality
Often services provided to persons in need are
fragmented, so that one service provider doesn’t know what other services are available or being used, resulting in gaps, duplications and sometimes conflicting advice or treatments.
Service integration
Whether you want to be an active member of the community, an effective service provider or a community leader, you will have to be familiar with its issues, resources, needs, power structure and decision-making processes.
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