Community Development 101

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Which term describes a community where people share the same characteristics such as age group, ethnicity, gender, religion, location or profession?

  • Organizationally based community
  • Global community
  • Community of place
  • Community of need (correct)

What is the meaning of the Latin word 'communitas'?

  • Common
  • Public
  • Shared by all or many (correct)
  • All of the above

Which type of community includes neighborhoods, villages, towns, and cities?

  • Organizationally based community
  • Community of place (correct)
  • Global community
  • Community of need

What does the term 'communis' mean in Latin?

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Which type of community includes family or network-based guilds and associations?

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Which type of community is based on location?

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Which type of community is based on need or identity?

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What does the Latin word 'communis' mean?

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What is the meaning of the Latin word 'communitas'?

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What do communities of place share in common?

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Community of Need

A group of people who share common characteristics, such as age, ethnicity, religion, or occupation.

Communis

Latin word for 'common' or 'shared', often used to describe something belonging to the whole group.

Communitas

Latin word for 'community' or 'shared by all', emphasizes the idea of collective ownership and participation.

Communities of Place

Communities based on geographical location, encompassing neighborhoods, towns, and cities.

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Communities of Need

Communities built around shared needs or identities, like support groups, religious congregations, or online forums.

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Organizationally Based Communities

Communities formed through organizations, families, or networks, such as clubs, guilds, or professional associations.

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Communities of Place

A community that is formed by members sharing a common geographical area.

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Communities of Need

A community that is formed by members sharing common needs or identities.

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Meaning of 'Communis'

The meaning of the Latin word 'communis' is common or belongs to all, signifying shared ownership or participation.

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Meaning of 'Communitas'

The meaning of the Latin word 'communitas' is community or shared by all, emphasizing the collective sense of belonging and participation.

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Study Notes

Community Characteristics

  • A community where individuals share similarities such as age, ethnicity, gender, religion, location, or profession is known as a demographic community.

Latin Terms

  • The Latin word communitas translates to "community" or "shared belonging", emphasizing the bond amongst individuals.
  • Communis in Latin means "common" or "shared", highlighting collective characteristics or resources in a group.

Types of Communities

  • Geographic Community: Includes neighborhoods, villages, towns, and cities, defined primarily by physical location and proximity.
  • Social Community: Comprises family or network-based guilds and associations, focusing on personal connections and support systems.
  • Community of Place: Based on a specific geographical area where members interact and share experiences.
  • Community of Identity: Centers around a shared need or identity, often formed by common interests, beliefs, or goals.

Common Features of Communities of Place

  • Communities of place share physical locations, cultural practices, and social interactions that bind members together, fostering a sense of belonging and common identity.

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