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What is the primary aim of community action?
What is the primary aim of community action?
Which of the following best defines weaknesses in a community context?
Which of the following best defines weaknesses in a community context?
What aspect is included in the opportunities of a community?
What aspect is included in the opportunities of a community?
Which of the following best describes threats to a community?
Which of the following best describes threats to a community?
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Which statement best captures the concept of community dynamics?
Which statement best captures the concept of community dynamics?
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What role does partnership play in community action?
What role does partnership play in community action?
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From a sociological perspective, how is a community defined?
From a sociological perspective, how is a community defined?
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What does the concept of socio-cultural aspects in a community involve?
What does the concept of socio-cultural aspects in a community involve?
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How is community action characterized in terms of service delivery?
How is community action characterized in terms of service delivery?
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Which of the following does NOT fall under the strengths of a community?
Which of the following does NOT fall under the strengths of a community?
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Study Notes
Community Action
- Collective efforts aimed at addressing social issues like inequality, poverty, and environmental degradation.
- Focuses on enhancing social well-being within communities.
Strengths
- Distinct characteristics of the community in various sectors: political, economic, socio-cultural, technological, and environmental.
Weaknesses
- Identifies gaps or needs within the community that require attention or improvement.
Opportunities
- Areas available for intervention which can help mitigate identified weaknesses.
Threats
- Existing problems that pose risks to community safety and well-being, including crime and poverty.
Definition of Community
- Defined by shared cultural heritage, language, beliefs, and interests among members.
Sociological Perspective
- Emphasizes the interactions and behaviors within a community, which hold significance and set expectations for its members.
Community Dynamics
- Refers to changes in community structure, including shifts in power and population composition over time.
Partnerships
- Characterized by high trust, effective communication, and shared vision among community members.
- Roles and responsibilities within partnerships are clearly defined, facilitating shared decision-making and authority.
Social Science Perspective
- Views a community as a group of individuals in a specific area who interact with one another.
- Encompasses disciplines such as Anthropology, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
Centered Service Development
- Community action prioritizes the community’s primary needs in service delivery and development.
- Aims for tailored solutions that directly address local concerns before broader implementation.
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Description
This quiz focuses on understanding community action and the strengths and weaknesses that contribute to social well-being. Explore the collective efforts aimed at addressing social problems and evaluate the characteristics of your community across various domains. Assessing these factors can inform more effective community engagement and development strategies.
