: Asserts that communities are built through the interaction of groups with different levels of power. Development involves empowering marginalized groups to challenge inequality.
: Focuses on how different groups within a community perceive events and people differently. Policies often reflect the majority group's interpretations. Introduction to Community Development - Theory,...
Theoretical concepts in: The Short Guide to Community Development : Asserts that communities are built through the
These standards guide "right action" and ensure effective, ethical engagement. how power is distributed
Community development is a process where community members take collective action to address issues that are important to them. It is both a (how people work together) and an outcome (the tangible changes achieved). 1. Key Theoretical Frameworks
Theories help practitioners understand how communities are structured, how power is distributed, and how people create shared meaning.