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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
[Link] Ali Kharal
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Define Community?
George Hillery:
"A community is a group of people who share a common location, interests, or
identity."
Define Community Development?
United Nations (UN):
"Community development is a process where community members come together to
take collective action and generate solutions to common problems."
Topic.2:
Process of Community Development
[Link] is the process of Community development?
Community development is a step-by-step process where people come together to
solve problems and improve their community. The eight key steps in this process are:
1. Create a Community Collaboration Team:
First, a team is formed with local people and leaders.
This team helps in identifying problems and making decisions for community
development.
2. Broaden Civic Engagement:
More people are encouraged to participate and share their opinions.
Everyone's voice is heard, regardless of their social or economic status.
3. Determine Your Community’s Assets:
The available resources in the community, such as schools, hospitals,
parks, and skilled people, are identified.
Proper planning is done to use these resources effectively.
4. Develop a Community Vision:
A clear goal is set for the community, such as "Every child should get an
education" or "Clean water for all households."
This vision ensures long-term community improvement.
5. Create a Community Plan:
A practical action plan is designed to achieve the community’s vision.
The plan includes specific steps to solve problems and bring
improvements.
6. Implement Your Plan:
The planned actions are put into practice with the help of community
members.
This may include building schools, improving roads, or setting up waste
management systems.
7. Evaluate & Measure Success:
The progress of the implemented plan is reviewed to check its
effectiveness.
If improvements are needed, necessary adjustments are made.
8. Adjust, Regroup, Reassess & Begin Again:
Any shortcomings in the plan are identified and corrected.
New community issues are addressed, and the development
process continues.
Topic.3:
Meaning and Concept of Community Development
[Link] is the meaning and its concept of Community Development?
Meaning of Community Development:
Community development is a process in which people work together to improve their
community’s social, economic, and environmental conditions. It focuses on solving
problems, using local resources, and ensuring long-term growth.
Concept of Community Development:
The concept of community development is based on collective action and self-
reliance. It means that instead of depending on external help, community members
take initiative to bring positive change.
Topic.4:
STEPS AND PRINICIPLES OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Steps of Community Development:
1. Identifying Community Needs – Recognizing the problems or issues the
community faces.
2. Forming a Community Group – Creating a team of local leaders and members
to work together.
3. Setting Goals and Priorities – Deciding on clear, achievable goals and
prioritizing them.
4. Developing a Plan – Creating a detailed action plan to achieve the set goals.
5. Implementing the Plan – Putting the plan into action with community
involvement.
6. Monitoring and Evaluating Progress – Checking if the plan is working and if
goals are being met.
7. Making Adjustments and Continuing Development – Adjusting the plan as
needed and ensuring ongoing development.
Principles of Community Development:
1. Participation – Ensuring active involvement of community members in decision-
making.
2. Self-Reliance – Encouraging the community to solve its own problems using local
resources.
3. Sustainability – Focusing on long-term solutions and growth for the community.
4. Equality and Inclusion – Ensuring everyone, regardless of background, has equal
opportunities.
5. Empowerment – Giving people the knowledge and confidence to control their
future.
6. Transparency and Accountability – Ensuring openness and responsibility in all
n actions.
Topic.5:
Community Mobilization
5. What is Community Mobilization?
Community Mobilization refers to the process of organizing and motivating people
within a community to take collective action to address common issues or achieve
shared goals. It involves bringing together community members, resources, and local
organizations to make a positive change.
Key aspects of community mobilization include:
Building Awareness – Educating the community about the issues and
solutions.
Engagement – Involving local members in decision-making and planning.
Action – Taking concrete steps to address the identified issues.
Topic.6:
History of Community Development after
petition in Pakistan
6. What is the History of Community Development after petition in
Pakistan?
Community Development in Pakistan: Overview
Introduction:
Community development in Pakistan began in the 1950s with a focus on social
welfare and local participation, influenced by global models, especially from Kenya
and British East Africa.
Goals/Aims:
o Poverty alleviation.
o Improving education and health.
o Local empowerment.
o Building infrastructure.
Local Level Focus:
Programs targeted local communities, engaging them in decision-making to improve
living conditions.
History:
1. 1950s: Community development began with social welfare and UN advisors.
2. 1960s: The Basic Democracies System promoted local government involvement.
3. 1970s-80s: Focus on rural development and poverty alleviation.
4. 1990s: Shift towards empowerment and self-reliance.
5. 2000s-present: Focus on sustainable development and gender equality.
Final New Topics
Topic.1:
Five Aspects of Community Development
1. Social Aspect:
This focuses on people’s well-being.
It helps improve education, health, relationships, and equality in the
community.
It encourages unity, cooperation, and support among people.
2. Economic Aspect:
This deals with improving the financial condition of people.
It includes creating jobs, supporting small businesses, and reducing poverty.
The goal is to make the community self-reliant and strong.
3. Political Aspect:
It helps people take part in decision-making and leadership.
Encourages voting, attending meetings, and raising voices for rights.
It strengthens democracy and promotes equal power for all.
4. Environmental Aspect:
Focuses on protecting nature and using resources wisely.
Includes clean water, tree planting, waste management, and clean energy.
Aims to create a healthy and safe environment for present and future
generations.
5. Cultural Aspect:
This protects and promotes local traditions, languages, and values.
It builds respect for different cultures and brings people closer.
Celebrating festivals and cultural events strengthens identity and pride.
Topic.2:
Adult Education And Skill Development
1. What is Adult Education?
o Education for grown-up people who missed school.
o Helps them read, write, and understand daily life tasks.
2. Why is it Important?
Increases knowledge and confidence.
Helps adults get better jobs.
Reduces poverty and ignorance
3. What is Skill Development?
Learning practical skills like sewing, farming, carpentry, computer use,
etc.
Helps people earn money.
4. Benefits:
More job opportunities
Better standard of living
Economic growth
Empowerment of women and youth
5. Examples in Pakistan:
NAVTTC training programs
Government and NGO-run literacy centers
Kamyab Jawan Program
Conclusion:
Adult education and skill development give people a second chance to learn
and grow. It helps build a strong and skilled community.
Topic.3:
Development in Rural And Urban Areas
of Pakistan
1. Introduction:
In Pakistan, development happens in two main types of areas: rural areas (villages)
and urban areas (cities). Both have different needs, problems, and solutions.
2. Development in Rural Areas:
Rural areas are mostly villages where people depend on farming, animals, and small
jobs.
Main points of rural development:
Education: Building schools and providing basic education.
Health: Opening clinics or small hospitals for treatment.
Agriculture: Helping farmers with good seeds, fertilizers, and training.
Jobs: Teaching skills so people can earn money.
Water and Roads: Providing clean water and making roads for better travel.
3. Development in Urban Areas:
Urban areas are cities with factories, offices, schools, and markets.
Main points of urban development:
Transport: Buses, metro, and better roads.
Health and Education: Big hospitals, universities, and schools.
Employment: More job opportunities in factories, offices, and businesses.
Housing: Building houses and flats for people to live in.
Cleanliness: Proper system for garbage and waste management.
5. Conclusion.
For Pakistan’s progress, it is important to develop both villages and cities. When both
rural and urban areas grow together, the whole country becomes strong and
successful.
Topic.4:
Community Development Programs in
Underdeveloped Countries
Introduction:
Underdeveloped countries face poverty, poor health, low education, and weak
infrastructure. Community development programs help improve these conditions.
1. What are Community Development Programs?
Organized efforts to improve local health, education, economy, and environment.
Focus on helping people solve their own problems.
Community participation is important.
They focus on participation of local people in solving their problems.
[Link] Features of These Programs:
Education: Adult literacy, rural schools.
Health: Free vaccines, clean water, child/mother care.
Economy: Skills training, small business loans.
Environment: Tree plantation, clean energy.
[Link] Runs Them?
Government (national programs)
NGOs (Edhi Foundation, BRAC)
International Organizations (UNDP, UNICEF, WHO)
5. Challenges in Underdeveloped
Countries:
Poverty.
Corruption.
Low awareness.
Weak Planning.
Cultural and gender barriers.
6. Benefits of Community Development
Programs:
Improve the quality of life
Empower local people
Reduce poverty and inequality
Promote peace & awareness
Promotes self-reliance
Topic.5:
Factors of Community Development
1. Education:
Helps people gain knowledge and awareness.
Encourages participation in community activities.
2. Health:
Healthy people can work and live better.
Clean water, hospitals, and health programs are important.
3. Economy:
Jobs and income improve living conditions.
Skill training and small businesses support growth.
4. Community Participation:
People should take part in decision-making.
Increases unity and cooperation.
5. Leadership:
Good leaders guide and solve problems.
Honest leadership brings development.
6. Government Support:
Provides services, funds, and policies.
Runs development programs.
7. Infrastructure:
Roads, schools, hospitals, and electricity help progress.
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