1. The process of community development

2. Community Development Process The key to community development is facilitating a community in applying the principles to guide a flexible series of actions that are appropriate for the situation of the community. There are many “models” and frameworks for community development processes. There is a trade-off between communities having clear future plans for steps in the process and retaining flexibility and versatility. Considerable skill, confidence and judgement is needed to maintain an adaptable community-led process guided by the principles of community development.

4. Process of community development community preparedness 1. Learn about the community Whether you want to be an active member of the community, an effective service provider or a community leader, you will have to be familiar with its issues, resources, needs, power structure and decision-making processes. Your initial orientation could include reading your local newspaper regularly, attending community events, reading reports and familiarizing with available services as well as community projects and activities. Close observation of the community as you interact with it will also provide significant insights into the strengths and weaknesses of the community

5. . Listen to community members You will need to talk to others about their interest and perceptions and put it in the context. Formal channels such as joining a local community organization or informally by chatting with people Identify the areas in which there seem to be a common interest in making change

6. Bring people together to develop a shared vision Hold a community gathering this may include inviting representative of specific organization, it may also include public event for the neighborhood The purpose is to develop a shared community vision e.g through imaging their ideal community and discussing their ideas together to come to common vison and some broader strategic direction that all are committed to working towards

7. 4. Assess community assets and resources, needs and issues Its is extremely helpful to undertake comprehensive community assessment which will collect both qualitative and quantitative data SWOT analysis may be helpful as it helps point to particular areas of priorities for action

8. identify a community that you have worked with or for What are some of the different assets you can identify

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10. Community asset is anything that can be used to improve the community it can be a person, physical structure or place,community service,business that provide job to the local community Each and every individual in the community. One student of communities, John McKnight, has noted: "Every single person has capacities, abilities and gifts. Living a good life depends on whether those capacities can be used, abilities expressed and gifts given."

11. Ways of establishing community assets Analyzing data from a community demographic profile ( A demographic profile includes statistical information about age, gender, language, visible minority status, education, and family income). Community surveys, community asset mapping, environmental scans, focus groups key informant interviews

12. Assignment 1 Contact a CBO to evaluate its community development process. Ask the following kinds of questions: What kinds of public participation techniques did the CBO use? Did the CBO develop a plan? What kind of process was used to create that plan? What kinds of outcomes have occurred? Are any impacts claimed due to the process? Has the CBO developed any indicators to monitor progress?

13. 5. Help community members to recognize and articulate areas of concern and their causes. 5. Help community members to recognize and articulate areas of concern and their causes. In any community development process, it is the community that is in the driver's seat. Community members will define the issues and the process for resolving them, which might be quite different than what would be proposed by an external "expert". However, it is the community members that are most familiar with the situation and, in many cases, have knowledge and wisdom that an external "expert" lacks. By providing tools, resources, meeting space and facilitation, community developers empower the community to start to take ownership of the issues and the development of solutions.

14. Continuation… If we genuinely want to empower [communities], we must do it in such a way that they become independent of our charity, that they become self reliant, that they can sustain their own development without our help.

15. Develop Action Plan What is an action plan ? why is it important ? Who are to be involved in the action plan?.

16. Continuation… An action plan is a way to make sure your organization's vision is made concrete. It describes the way your group will use its strategies to meet its objectives. An action plan consists of a number of action steps or changes to be brought about in your community. Each action step or change to be sought should include the following information: What actions or changes will occur Who will carry out these changes By when they will take place, and for how long What resources (i.e., money, staff) are needed to carry out these changes Communication (who should know what?)

17. The plan should be complete, clear, and current. Additionally, the action plan should include information and ideas you have already gathered while brainstorming about your objectives and your strategies

18. Implement action plan This is the heart of the initiative, in which financial and human resources, including volunteers and community members, are mobilized to take action. This may take many different forms. Perhaps the community has decided to establish a coalition against homelessness and is working to ensure all organizations that come into contact with homeless persons are able to provide referrals to appropriate sources of assistance.

19. Way to achieve the action plan. Regular phone calls from staff members or dedicated volunteers asking others how they are doing with their tasks. This should be a supportive call, not a "are you doing what you're supposed to" call. The person calling can offer emotional support "how are you doing?" as well as see if the group member needs any other assistance. A friendly call such as this can be seen as helpful, give the member the sense that he is a very important part of the group, and serve as a great reminder to do what he said he would do. Distributing the action plan in writing to all members, with names attached to specific tasks. (Additionally, this can be a great time to ask for feedback before the plan becomes "official.")

20. Making sure timelines (with due dates) are complete, clear and current. At regular group meetings, such as committee meetings or board meetings, ask members to report on accomplishing the tasks they have set out to do. Consider making this a regular part of the meeting. Celebrate the accomplishment of tasks. It's important that getting something done actually means something, and is recognized by the group as a whole.

21. working with community workers to identify needs and appropriate services; developing informational brochures; eliciting support from targeted organizations; distributing the brochures to the organizations; and meeting with organizational representatives to provide further information

22. In conclusion community development is a process and all the process involved are very important, collaborative efforts is needed in every step.

23. Continuation… it is important to ensure that the factors that are required for the success of any community initiative are in place, such as: shared vision and purpose concrete, attainable goals and objectives sufficient funds, staff, materials and time skilled, participatory leadership clear roles and policy guidelines mutual respect

24. continutation… open communications, including both formal and informal methods recognition that there are "process" people and there are "action" people; ensure there is a variety of ways of participating in or contributing to the initiative time and resources management; don't take on more than you can handle at one time; set priorities conflict management; don't let problems slide - address them in an open, honest and timely manner good record-keeping; e.g. financial reports, meeting minutes, successes celebration of successes fun; don't forget to celebrate your successes - even small ones!

25. Evaluate results of actions Evaluation plans may be formal or informal and tailored to the needs and resources of the group. In community development, a participatory evaluation method is usually conducted in addition to or sometimes in place of more traditional method. Participatory evaluation involves program participants and/or community members in the evaluation design, data collection, and the analysis and interpretation of results.

26. Reflect and regroup Allow time for the group to catch its breath before embarking on the next initiative. Thank everyone that contributed and make sure there is good follow up communication with media, partner and funders. Celebrate your successes and reflect on any disappointments that might have occurred. Discuss how well the organizational processes and structures worked and identify areas that need some attention before the next rush of activity occurs. Also, it is important to provide a space for participants to reflect on their personal development as a result of being part of the group.