S1_L3.1: Community Organizing in CBR Flashcards
Experts help plan processes of change for the organization. An external organizer is involved.
A. Locality development model
B. Social planning
C. Social action
B. Social planning
Adapted when the problems of the community are routine problems and can be solved by using factual information, e.g. for seasonal problems in farming and fishing, what strategies can be implemented to improve production.
A. Locality development model
B. Social planning
C. Social action
B. Social planning
Its premise is the disadvantaged parts of the community should be organized to enable them to voice out their demands for social justice or democracy.
A. Locality development model
B. Social planning
C. Social action
C. Social action
In this model, subgroups are hostile and their interests are not merely reconcilable through discussion, e.g., activism, call for accountability of the government.
A. Locality development model
B. Social planning
C. Social action
C. Social action
This model is effective if the community is homogenous in the sense that there is a consensus of the interests and goals of the community organization. The locals are involved in determining & achieving goals.
A. Locality development model
B. Social planning
C. Social action
A. Locality development model
Note: Communities, by itself, are not heterogenous. In this case, homogenous refers to same interests, demands, etc.
A grassroots practice where people challenge existing power structures and work collectively to address systemic injustices that perpetuate disadvantage.
Community organizing
Through ____, a community builds solidarity, reclaims agency over their lives, and influences broader social change and behavioral transformations.
collective action
Community organizing is a process that is ___ and geared towards the continuing capability building, self-reliance, and empowerment.
people-centered (it revolves around the people’s lives, experiences, and aspirations)
TRUE OR FALSE: Community organizing is a process that people undertake consciously and it is not something that is done to them.
True
Note: It is a process of unfolding the
potentialities of persons to the level
where they can exercise the faculties
enabling them to create, act, and manage resources to live a decent life.
TRUE OR FALSE: In community organising, core values, goals and basic principles should be collectively agreed upon prior to setting up the organization (of persons with disabilities).
True
Community organizing in CBR is not
just an add-on but an essential element for achieving ___ and ___ change.
transformative and sustainable
Note: The parts of the CBR matrix that PTs cannot address will be addressed through community organizing. It empowers communities, addresses root causes, fosters collaboration, and ultimately leads to a more equitable and inclusive society for everyone.
Enumerate the 3 models used in community organising
- Locality development model
- Social planning
- Social action
Enumerate the potential challenges in community organising
- Power dynamics
- Resource limitations
- Sustainability
- Conflicting needs and priorities
- Cultural sensitivity
Principle of community organising:
Community organising involves consciousness-raising through ____ learning.
experiential
Principle of community organising: Community organising is participatory and ____.
mass-based
Principle of community organising:
Community organising is based on ___ leadership.
democratic
Principle of community organising:
Community organization must work towards people’s ____ so that they may liberate themselves from their oppression.
empowerment
TRUE OR FALSE: In the theoretical framework for community organising, powerlessness, dependency, and passivity lead to a resource-poor community.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: In the theoretical framework for community organising, social transformation, conscientization, and community organizing lead to creation of a people’s organization, participation, and self-reliance in the community.
True