7 aspects of community (sociology perspective)
- Population aggregate
- Delimit-able, continuous area
- Shared history
- Set of basic institutions
- Common mode of life
- Self aware that they’re a community
- Act together in a communal way
What is Human Ecology
Structure of relationships through which a localized population meets its daily requirements
Systems theory
Combo of social units and systems that perform major social functions
Field theory
Social interaction is most critical feature of community
Challenges facing communities
Weakening of community bonds
Loss of public spaces
Decline of civic consciousness
Questions about sense of obligation
2 main notions of populism
- The elite are corrupt, no trust in them
- Power should be restored to “the people” (often just “my people”)
When does populism happen
When you can’t meet people with different perspectives in your community
Caring is… (2 things)
- Assuming responsibility for another’s welfare
- A social process
What is Neoliberalism
Market system is the best way to allocate access to goods and resources. Individualism, privatization, reduced government involvement.
Networked individualism
People interact but don’t build community. They maintain their individual identity.
What is professionalization in sport
Sports become overly professional and organized. Not very community oriented
CD as a vision
Question of values and who’s values matter most
CD for whom?
Development may do more harm than good. Powerful can control “needy” communities.
Bhattacharyya says ultimate goal of CD is:
Autonomy or agency. Power to define themselves, live according to their own meaning systems
A better, more modern phrase for CD
Community engagement (focused more on process)
