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Community Benefits

Author : Jovanna Rosen
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN 13 : 1512824143
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (128 download)

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Download or read book Community Benefits written by Jovanna Rosen and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2023-05-16 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Community Benefits, Jovanna P. Rosen explores a new pattern in urban development: local residents and community representatives leveraging large-scale development projects for agreements that promise dedicated local benefits, such as parks and jobs. In general, such development projects have not produced impactful benefits for local residents, and often have contributed to significant community harm, including gentrification and displacement. In response, community activists have launched a fight to control development, using benefits-sharing agreements to ensure that projects produced better outcomes for local residents. While such agreements now exist across the nation, the process of negotiating and enforcing them remains challenging. This book dives deep into four case studies--in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Seattle, and Milwaukee--to answer the following questions: Who ultimately benefits from both the agreements and the projects in question? How do benefits get delivered, and who controls this process? What works for these agreements to successfully produce community outcomes? Rosen shows that, without agreements that promote accountability, developers and other project proponents can walk away from the negotiating table once the agreement is signed and the development moves forward. This disregard for community benefits and priorities can leave community residents solely responsible for benefits delivery during implementation, but with few viable avenues to ensure that outcomes materialize. The cases reveal specific elements that agreements require to achieve success during implementation: community participation, managerial connections, effective partnerships, responsiveness, and vigorous oversight with accountability mechanisms. Although creating these conditions is difficult, sometimes impossible, and contingent on fragile processes, Rosen concludes the book with recommendations for both the agreement negotiation and implementation phases to ensure success.

After Annapolis

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 47 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 ( download)

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Download or read book After Annapolis written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Communities Of Innovation: How Organizations Harness Collective Creativity And Build Resilience

Author : Patrick Cohendet
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 9811234299
Total Pages : 411 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (112 download)

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Download or read book Communities Of Innovation: How Organizations Harness Collective Creativity And Build Resilience written by Patrick Cohendet and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2021-04-12 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'This is a landmark study that tackles an important black box in innovation studies — i.e. communities of innovation. While conventional work focuses on formal organizations, a select group of academic leaders highlights the various communities that cut across firms and form the vital 'underground' for processes of creativity and ideation. While targeted toward business and management, this volume is a must-read for all social scientists interested in the dynamics underlying the current knowledge economy.'Journal of Economic GeographyThis book describes the important role played by communities in innovation processes and how organizations can benefit from it. A community brings together individuals who share a common passion for a given area of knowledge and can contribute to innovation at different levels: capitalization of good practices, problem solving, sharing of expertise, or development of new and creative ideas. The literature has progressively identified many variants of communities such as communities of practice, epistemic communities, communities of interest, virtual communities, etc. These forms of communities differ regarding the type of the specialized activities of knowledge on which they focus. As practitioners and academics increasingly emphasized the needs of collaborative approaches in innovation, they progressively challenged the traditional idea that innovation is mainly generated by hierarchical corporate departments and highlighted the active role that communities play in innovation processes. The aim of this book is to shed light, using multiple examples, on the proactive and fundamental role of communities in the new innovation practices of organizations.

Controlling My Life?

Author : Dr. Stephen Joseph
Publisher : Exceller Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Controlling My Life? written by Dr. Stephen Joseph and published by Exceller Books. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book presents an expose on the views of and suggestions from people with experience of mental health challenges and services, on how mental health can be improved for ethnic communities. It contains ideas and suggestions that people with lived experiences of mental health challenges can relate to and policy makers, mental health services professionals and students will find invaluable.

Community Cohesion

Author : Ted Cantle
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1349958263
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (499 download)

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Download or read book Community Cohesion written by Ted Cantle and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-06-14 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this timely study, the author examines the historical approach to race and diversity and suggests that equality strategies have been a vital, but limited, means of addressing discrimination and community tensions. Community Cohesion, it argues, offers a new framework to break down the barriers between different communities and understand the more fundamental causes of racism and the 'fear of difference'. Concepts of multiculturalism, identity and citizenship are also reviewed and the developing practice of community cohesion is described.

Building the Strong

Author : Barrett Williams
Publisher : Barrett Williams
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building the Strong written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-05-01 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Discover the Power Within Unveil the Secrets of Unbreakable Strength with "Building the Strong"** Embark on the definitive journey towards mastering resilience with "Building the Strong," an essential guide for anyone seeking to fortify their life against all odds. Dive deeply into this meticulously crafted volume that serves as your personal architect in constructing a robust foundation of strength that endures through life's most turbulent storms. In "Building the Strong," you will begin by laying down the bedrock in **Chapter 1 The Foundations of Strength,** exploring the multifaceted nature of resilience, the components that bolster collective fortitude, and the paradoxical role of adversity in personal and societal growth. Progress into **Chapter 2**, where you navigate the landscapes of **Individual Resilience The Inner Fortress,** learning transformative personal mindset shifts, the cultivation of mental toughness, and the sophisticated mechanisms that weave the fabric of emotional resilience. As you advance through the chapters, you'll discover the secrets of **Community Power** and how to build unshakeable networks, the defining traits of resilient leadership that can move mountains, and historical as well as contemporary tales of triumph that will inspire your voyage. Uncover a treasure trove of daily practices in **Chapter 7 The Resilience Workout** that promise to sharpen your will and refine your spirit. These practical exercises span from mental fortification to physical activities and reflective practices, aiding you in constructing a monument of resilience. "Building the Strong" goes beyond the individual, exploring the dynamics of **Societal Resilience,** the impact of culture on strength at scale, and the vital role of technological innovation in supporting our collective backbone. This monumental work paves a path through spheres as diverse as arts and culture, spirituality, financial wisdom, and the delicate balances of work and life, each chapter engaging you with actionable insights and compelling case studies that demonstrate resilience in action. Prepare for an expedition through **29 enthralling chapters**—a holistic sanctuary offering strategies for individuals and communities to not only bounce back from challenges but to catapult forward into an era of prosperity and unity. Whether you crave to become a pillar for your loved ones, a linchpin in your community, or a beacon for your organization, "Building the Strong" is the blueprint for all those who dare to become invincible. **Begin your odyssey now, wield the blueprint to immeasurable strength, and erect a legacy that echoes through time. "Building the Strong" awaits your first indomitable step.**

Community Organizing and Community Building for Health

Author : Meredith Minkler
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780813534749
Total Pages : 512 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (347 download)

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Download or read book Community Organizing and Community Building for Health written by Meredith Minkler and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: .

Building Cultures of Peace

Author : Randall Amster
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1527556611
Total Pages : 285 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (275 download)

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Download or read book Building Cultures of Peace written by Randall Amster and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2020-07-13 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From violence and abuse within family units, to communities and regions torn apart by inter-group conflict and wars among nations, the human condition is rife with turmoil. The consequences of this seemingly perpetual strife weigh heavily on humanity, often creating feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness that only serve to breed more conflict and violence. In the face of these monumental challenges, initiatives for peace struggle to take root. Seeking effective ways to encourage these efforts, the United Nations adopted three declarations on the eve of the 21st century, including the “Declaration on a Culture of Peace” that broadly defines what the vision looks like and the actions necessary to build cultures of peace. Taking up this central challenge of our time, this volume of collected essays presents multiple perspectives on the critical issues of peace and conflict resolution that pervade the globe, addressing the UN’s charge to develop “values, attitudes, modes of behavior and ways of life conducive to the promotion of peace among individuals, groups, and nations.” Bringing together scholars and practitioners from fields including education, sociology, criminology, political science, and peace studies, this work constructively engages the task of creating peace and fostering hope in a conflict-ridden world.

Sustainable Communities

Author : Great Britain. Office of the Deputy Prime Minister
Publisher : The Stationery Office
ISBN 13 : 9780101642521
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (425 download)

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Download or read book Sustainable Communities written by Great Britain. Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and published by The Stationery Office. This book was released on 2005 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This document sets out the Government's five year plan to create sustainable inclusive communities across England, focusing on its strategy to improve provision of neighbourbood services. It includes: proposals to increase public involvement in the way their communities (both rural and urban) are run, including a Neighbourhoods Charter; a wide-ranging strategy to improve safety and cleanliness of streets, parks and open spaces; improving responsiveness of local services, including schools, health and police services; establishing clearer roles for councillors, with increased opportunities for mayors where there is demand; 'local area agreements' pilots for service delivery; £2.5 billion investment each year to tackle social exclusion in deprived communities; and greater co-ordination of service funding and planning system requirements at the regional level. An accompanying paper which sets out the Government's housing policy has been published as Cm. 6424 ('Sustainable communities: homes for all', ISBN 0101642423).

Accompaniment, Community and Nature

Author : Jonathan Herbert
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1784509450
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (845 download)

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Download or read book Accompaniment, Community and Nature written by Jonathan Herbert and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2020-01-21 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has the art of accompaniment been lost in Western culture? Could non-judgemental accompaniment be the answer to rising levels of isolation and loneliness? Could spending time with others from different or marginalised backgrounds reduce feelings of 'otherness' and lead to a more open, trusting society? Exploring the themes above, this welcoming book offers models of relationships, interdependence, and community for individuals who are marginalised from society. It emphasises the importance of being with people and time spent in physical activity and in the natural world, without demands being put on expressing feelings or even speaking out loud. It draws on the author's own vast experience and work with those on the edge of society - including living in a Christian community which welcomes those in terms of crisis, living in a Palestinian village, working with adults with autism and as chaplain to Gypsies and Travellers - providing a varied, insightful and heart-warming view on the benefits of accompaniment.

Rise Together

Author : Barrett Williams
Publisher : Barrett Williams
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rise Together written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-06-28 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Rise Together A Blueprint for Community Resilience** Unlock the power of collective resilience with "Rise Together," your comprehensive guide to rebuilding and reinforcing your community through trust, support, and unity. This eBook dives deep into actionable strategies across key areas crucial to fostering a thriving, resilient society. Whether you're an aspiring community leader, a member of a grassroots movement, or simply someone who believes in the power of togetherness, this book offers invaluable insights. **Explore Critical Themes** **Collective Resilience & Trust** – Learn about collective trauma and how rebuilding trust can lead to community resurgence, illustrated through compelling case studies. Understand the significance of transparent communication and effective leadership in the journey to recovery. **Grassroots Movements & Support Systems** – Delve into the foundations of grassroots organizations, creating powerful community networks, and successful initiatives that have made remarkable impacts. **Emotional & Psychological Support** – Address community grief, discover vital mental health resources and programs, and learn the importance of encouraging open, healing conversations. **Economic & Social Cohesion** – Master strategies for economic resilience, including financial literacy and community-based initiatives, while promoting inclusivity and conflict resolution within your community. **Institutional Trust & Governance** – Evaluate and restore the integrity of local institutions, strengthen governance, and elevate public participation and accountability. **Education & Lifelong Learning** – Transform local educational systems with the community's involvement and promote lifelong learning and skill development for enduring resilience. **Cultural & Environmental Healing** – Harness the power of culture and the arts for community healing, celebrate cultural heritage, and adopt sustainable practices to bolster community recovery. **Future-Proofing & Youth Empowerment** – Foster long-term resilience through innovative technologies, prepare for future crises, and empower the youth in community rebuilding through education and mentorship. **Faith & Legal Advocacy** – Understand the role of religious institutions, advocate for significant policy changes, and access essential legal aid and support services. "Rise Together" is not just a guide; it's a toolkit for forging stronger, united, and more resilient communities. Equip yourself with the knowledge and inspiration to lead and support your community through any challenge. Start your journey towards collective resilience today!

Abridged Index Medicus

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (126 download)

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Seeing Like a Commons

Author : Joshua Lockyer
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1498592899
Total Pages : 279 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (985 download)

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Download or read book Seeing Like a Commons written by Joshua Lockyer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Seeing Like a Commons, Joshua Lockyer demonstrates how a growing group of people have, over the last eighty years, deliberately built Celo Community, a communal settlement on 1,200 acres of commonly owned land in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. Joshua Lockyer highlights the potential for intentional communities like Celo to raise awareness of global interconnectivity and structural inequalities, enabling people and communities to become better stewards and citizens of both local landscapes and global commons.

Talking About Freedom

Author : Natasha L. Henry-Dixon
Publisher : Dundurn
ISBN 13 : 1459700503
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (597 download)

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Download or read book Talking About Freedom written by Natasha L. Henry-Dixon and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2012-01-07 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the main features of Emancipation Day celebrations, learn about the people of African ancestry’s struggle for freedom, and the victories achieved in the push for equality into the 21st century. On August 1, 1834, 800,000 enslaved Africans in the British colonies, including Canada, were declared free. The story of Emancipation Day, a little-known part of Canadian history, has never been accessible to the teen reader through either the school curriculum or classroom resources, despite its significance in the story of Canada. Talking About Freedom closes this gap by exploring both the background to August 1 commemorations across Canada and the importance of these long-established annual celebrations. What is the connection between the Caribana festivities in Toronto and emancipation? Why are some communities restoring Emancipation Day to their roster of annual events? Talking About Freedom introduces a range of personalities and happenings through historical facts, memorable personal recollections, vivid images, and detailed narratives. Included are connections to the ongoing struggles of people of African ancestry as they seek to achieve equality, with insightful links woven across the past, present, and future.

Competition

Author : Stefan Arora-Jonsson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0192652869
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (926 download)

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Download or read book Competition written by Stefan Arora-Jonsson and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021-06-30 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the predominant trends of modern society is the pervasive presence of competition. No longer just a function of economic markets or democratic systems, competition has become a favoured tool for governing people and organizations, from the provision of schooling and elder care to the way we consume popular culture. Yet social scientists have played a surprisingly modest role in analysing its implications, as the discussion of competition has largely been confined to its narrow economic meaning. This book opens up competition for the study of social scientists. Its central message is that while competition seems ubiquitous, it should not be taken for granted or be naturalized as an inevitable aspect of human existence. Its emergence, maintenance, and change are based on institutions and organizational efforts, and a central challenge for social science is to learn more about these processes and their outcomes. With the use of a novel definition of competition, more fundamental questions can be addressed than merely whether or not competition works. How is competition constructed - and by whom? Which behaviours result from competition? What are its consequences? Can competition be removed? And, how do these factors vary with the object of competition - be it money, attention, status, or other scarce and desired objects? This book investigates these and more questions in studies of competition among and within schools, universities, multinational corporations, auditors, waste-disposal firms, fashion designers, and more.

Community Action Leaders

Author : Beverly S. Bunch
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317191889
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (171 download)

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Download or read book Community Action Leaders written by Beverly S. Bunch and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-08-05 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nationwide, approximately 1,000 Community Action agencies advocate for the poor and provide diverse but critical services such as (but not limited to) emergency food and shelter, energy bill assistance, weatherization, education, job training, transportation, housing, and health services. In the face of dynamic environments and shifting poverty needs, Community Action agencies are constantly seeking innovative ways to effectively address poverty in their communities while building their internal capacity to ensure sustained impact and outcomes. This book focuses on the major leadership roles and responsibilities of the Community Action leaders, the types of challenges they face, and how they address those challenges, covering questions such as: How do Community Action leaders identify the needs of low-income people and use that knowledge to tailor programs to meet those needs? In what ways are low-income people involved in Community Action agencies (e.g. board or advisory council members, volunteers, employees, advocates)? What are the advantages and disadvantages associated with their participation? How do the leaders and their staff assess and demonstrate the effectiveness of their organizations and programs? What challenges do they encounter in assessing and communicating performance? What approaches are Community Action leaders using to diversify their revenues? What are the advantages and challenges associated with those approaches? How are the leaders developing their staffs and preparing for leadership succession? How do the leaders benefit from an affiliation with state and national associations? Through original and comprehensive research undertaken by the Center for State Policy and Leadership at the University of Illinois Springfield and the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies (IACAA), this book is designed to inform and enhance leadership in Community Action agencies and other nonprofit or government organizations with similar missions. It is written in a nontechnical manner and includes a chapter on the history and evolution of Community Action agencies for readers who are unfamiliar with Community Action and the War on Poverty. It will be required reading for professionals working at the frontlines of income inequality, as well as university professors and their students in the fields of public administration, nonprofit management, and social work.

How to Fight Inequality

Author : Ben Phillips
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1509543104
Total Pages : 91 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (95 download)

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Download or read book How to Fight Inequality written by Ben Phillips and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inequality is the crisis of our time. The growing gap between a few at the top and the rest of society damages us all. No longer able to deny the crisis, every government in the world is now pledged to fix it – and yet it keeps on getting worse. In this book, international anti-inequality campaigner Ben Phillips shows why winning the debate is not enough: we have to win the fight. Drawing on his insider experience, and his personal exchanges with the real-life heroes of successful movements, he shows how the battle against inequality has been won before, and he shares a practical plan for defeating inequality again. He sets a route map for us to overcome deference, build our collective power, and create a new story. Most books on inequality are about what other people ought to do about it – this book is about why winning the fight needs you. Tired of feeling helpless in the face of spiralling inequality? Want to know what you can do about it? This is the book for you.