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In designing, and especially in evaluating, community development interventions, it is necessary to adopt a circular mindset. It generates growth by widening the circle, reaching distant lands and merging systems. Quality is the quantity and differentiation of connections between elements (stakeholders). Value is generated in the interstices of exchanges

Absolutely, community development is vital, especially in areas like African slums where resources are scarce. The essence of community development lies in empowering individuals to collectively address their challenges and improve their living conditions. Even without money, people can harness the power of unity, resourcefulness, and innovation. In African slums, where poverty is pervasive, community development offers hope and a path to progress. By coming together, residents can initiate projects such as community gardens, skill-sharing workshops, or education programs. These initiatives not only enhance livelihoods but also foster a sense of ownership and pride within the community. It's essential to motivate people by emphasizing that change begins from within. Encouraging them to tap into their talents, creativity, and determination can spark transformative initiatives. Moreover, highlighting success stories from similar contexts can inspire belief in what's possible. Ultimately, community development isn't just about financial investment; it's about investing in people and their potential to create positive change, even in the most challenging circumstances. Follow me on my other social medias to discuss more about Community Development in the slums https://lnkd.in/d6WbbkFt LinkedIn: Kalemba Joseph Hunt X: @hunt256 Instagram:https://lnkd.in/dSNEQWCg Tiktok:@kalembajoseph256 Snapchat:https://lnkd.in/dUbQRWzw Thumblr:kalembajosephhunt Blogger:kalembajosephhunt Email: josephkalemba@gmail.com

Community events are crucial for building social capital and community development. However, rural and urban areas in New Hampshire are seeing declines in social capital, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. This brief highlights the importance of events in forming social capital and offers strategies, using the Illinois Marathon as a case study, to strengthen social fabric and boost economic development. https://lnkd.in/eyfxgvbW #socialcapital #unhextension #communityevents #CommunityEngagement

Supporting local businesses is crucial for community development. Let�s work together to uplift our local economy. How do you support businesses in your community? #SupportLocal #CommunityDevelopment #LocalEconomy #ZuperPrashant

Is It Necessary to Build a Big House in the Village? Dear Friends, Have you ever dreamed of having a big, beautiful house in your village? A place where you can feel close to your roots and relax away from the busy city? It sounds wonderful, doesn’t it? But let's think about it a bit more. Most of us live in the city and only visit our village for a few days a year. So, is it really necessary to build a huge house there? Think About What Matters Most Building a big house in the village can show our success and love for our heritage. But if we are only there for a short time, is it worth it? Could we use that money for something more useful? Feelings and Reality It feels good to have a nice home in our village. It's a place where family can gather and make happy memories. But a big house that stays empty most of the time can be hard to take care of and expensive. Better Choices Maybe instead of a big house, a smaller, cozy home would be better. It would be easier to look after and still be a wonderful place to visit. Or, we could use the money to help our village in other ways, like supporting local schools or community projects. Making the Right Decision We need to balance our dreams with what we really need. Let’s make choices that bring us happiness and help others too. Whether you decide to build that big house or choose something else, make sure it’s a decision that makes you feel good inside. In the end, what matters is that our choices bring us joy and help us stay connected to our roots. Warm regards, Digajmaan Mishra

Campaigning for a board Chairmain Position with the CCWM: Congolese Community of Washington DC Metropolitan: DMV). Whish me luck🙏🏿 Underneath are the three points that makes my foundation. 1. Integrity: My journey demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical principles and transparency in my actions. As the chair of the welcoming committee board at HCHC, I navigated through complex challenges while maintaining honest and responsible conduct. My spiritual connection with God and my involvement in the Hossanna Fellowship in Harrisonburg further reinforce my commitment to high moral values. I firmly believe that integrity is essential for inspiring trust and building solid relationships within the community. 2. Entrepreneurship: My desire to assist every individual or family eager to undertake initiatives reflects my spirit of initiative and passion for entrepreneurship. As the Coordinator of the Technical Assistance Program at Northeast SARE, I managed projects that required both strategic vision and practical execution. I seek to encourage social progress and create opportunities for community members, which reflects my commitment to promoting an entrepreneurial spirit within CCWM. 3. Community Development: My investment in community development is at the heart of my mission. I am dedicated to empowering others and fostering an environment where every member can excel. My experience supervising departments at Farmer Focus demonstrates my ability to maximize operational efficiency, which directly contributes to community development. I believe that the prosperity of the community depends on unity and mutual support, and I actively work towards building a stronger and more dynamic community within CCWM.

"Although marked by a profound sense of loss, it nonetheless feels appropriate that this issue of the journal contains a review of what sadly proved to be Patsy Healey’s final book." In his review of Caring for Place: Community Development in Rural England, Stephen Connelly writes: "Healey had twin purposes for the book: to present a way of analysing 'the complexity of micro-social dynamics' (p. xii) of governance, drawing on a wide range of scholarship but always underpinned by her own social institutionalist perspective, and through this to support those searching for 'ways to contribute to the future' (p. xii). As ever, there is a strong normative element in her work: the analysis is to serve the purpose of furthering progressive governance through the positive power of self-organising communities. She does this through showcasing the achievements and struggles of real people, in an extended single case study which (like the best of such studies) sets out both the micro-detail and how this links to macro-structures and processes. Despite the rather misleading subtitle, this is not 'community development' in its usual sense of a familiar set of practices, but a book about the development of a community, and an honest evaluation of its achievements." Check out Connelly's full review of Patsy Healey's final book, available here: https://lnkd.in/dR5jZxtx

Communities are key to societal development hence understanding there needs is a key aspect in ensuring that any intervention agreed upon serves their larger interest

#NATIONAL ANGLIMP South Waghi district will have a new District Community Development Center this year at the cost of K2.7 million. Read more: ( https://lnkd.in/d3MF_eyq )

Help for the high street: New powers for councils ❗ Starting Dec 2, English councils can auction leases of shops empty for over a year via HSRAs to rejuvenate high streets and boost local economy. 🛍️ What are your thoughts on HSRAs' impact on community revitalization?