| Description |
1 online resource (xx, 489 pages.) |
| Contents |
PART I. Background and basics -- 1. The nature of community development -- 2. The context -- 3. Theoretical foundations and concepts -- 4. The role of the state -- PART II. Practical foundations -- 5. Processes and values -- 6. Community organisations -- 7. Activities and practices -- 8. Understanding and responding to difference -- 9. Funding and research -- PART III. Key issues in community development today -- 10. Difficulties and dilemmas -- 11. Challenges and opportunities for the twenty-first century -- Appendices. A. Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 1948 |
| Summary |
"Developing Communities for the Future provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory, processes and practices of community development. It offers insights into the challenges and dilemmas of this demanding field and considers the ways in which it can empower citizens. Engaging case studies illustrate how community development practitioners operate in everyday situations. This new edition keeps pace with recent shifts in theories and the economic, social, cultural and political contexts within which community development takes place, showing how such changes are influencing practice. Throughout it highlights cutting-edge issues such as green approaches, social inclusion, working with Indigenous communities, and government over-regulation. Overall, this valuable text demonstrates the dynamic nature of the field and how practitioners can help communities respond to the current challenges they face".--Back cover. Small section pages 320-324 on community development in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities; mentions CDEP (Community Development Employment Projects); community controlled organisations |
| Notes |
Previous edition: 2011 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Description based on print version record |
| Subject |
Community development -- Australia.
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Rural development -- Study and teaching.
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| Reading List |
HSW709 prescribed text 2021
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ADS705 prescribed text 2020
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HSW709 prescribed text 2020
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ADS705 prescribed text 2019
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ADS704 prescribed text 2019
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HSW235 recommended text 2019
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HSW709 prescribed text 2019
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ADS701 Recommended text 2019
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Connors, Phil, author
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| ISBN |
9780170279215 (electronic bk.) |
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0170279219 (electronic bk.) |
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