50 Years of Community Development Vol I: A History of its Evolution and Application in North America

This 50th-anniversary publication provides a comprehensive history of community development, covering issues such as equity and inclusion, collective impact, leadership and policy development, resilience, and sustainability. It serves as a foundation for understanding the history and focus of community development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This 50th anniversary publication offers a comprehensive history of community development, tracing its roots back to 1970 with the establishment of the Community Development Society and the subsequent publication of its journal, Community Development. The editors have organized the chapters into major themed areas or issues that are relevant to both research and practice in the field.

Understanding the evolution of community development as a scholarly discipline and its subsequent establishment is crucial in comprehending its significance. At the 50-year mark, it is particularly important to revisit issues that have persisted throughout the past five decades and explore innovative approaches to addressing them. These include equity and inclusion, collective impact, leadership and policy development, resilience, and sustainability.

The chapters in this book were originally published in the journal Community Development, providing a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners alike. By revisiting these themes and issues, this publication aims to foster a deeper understanding of the history of community development and its commitment to promoting community change.

Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367563486