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Who is EdinBRIC? You may have seen our recent post in collaboration with Edinburgh Building Retrofit and Improvement Collective. But who are they, and what do they do? EdinBRIC is an Edinburgh-wide collective supporting resilient community development through the collaborative improvement of buildings. The collective exists to: 🔗Connect and support individuals in setting up and running groups as well as connecting like-minded groups with each other and other organisations. 🛠️Support tenement owners through the repairs process with useful tips and resources and connect them with suitable professionals and those who have done repair and retrofit work before to plan, get funding, and carry out works in their building. 🗣Share what's been learned to help others and promote collective action and a community-based approach to developing sustainable and resilient communities. Find out more and how you can get involved on their website⬇️ https://edinbric.scot/

🏘️ Transforming Communities Together in Scarborough, Ontario! 🏘️ Discover the revolutionary Connected Community Approach (CCA) - a framework designed ‘by the community for the community’. 🌟 This innovative model shifts the focus from seeing communities as vulnerable recipients to empowering them as active partners in solving today’s biggest challenges. Drawing on social innovation, deep equity, and community development, CCA builds powerful cross-sector coalitions and introduces three game-changing innovations: 1️⃣ Community-based facilitators as backbone organizations. 2️⃣ Strategies for centering community in organizational action planning. 3️⃣ 10 keys to unlock the potential of connected communities at local and systems levels. With a 25-year legacy, CCA strengthens social fabric, creating healthier and more equitable communities. Ready to see how Scarborough is leading the way? 🚀 Read the full article now! 👉

In my previous post, I talked about “Why Community Participation is Crucial for Successful Projects.” In this post, I want to discuss “Enhanced Relevance and Effectiveness in Sustainable Community Projects.” From my experience working with community leaders, I have found that involving community members in planning a new clean water supply system has proven to be a game-changer. By ensuring that the services offered align perfectly with the community’s needs, we have seen a significant increase in usage and maintenance. This approach not only guarantees that the system is well-kept but also generates revenues that are reinvested into other community projects. Importantly, this model reduces dependency on external funding, fostering a sense of ownership and sustainability within the community. Please share your experiences and comments below.

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Check out this great blog by ODOE’s new community navigator!

The neighborhoods of South Park and Georgetown border Seattle’s only river—the Duwamish. Due to the ongoing effects of many environmental and social injustices, in these areas, community members have a life expectancy 13 years shorter than people living in Seattle’s wealthier neighborhoods. As an early step in this effort, a team of researchers from the University of Washington School of Public Health and the Duwamish Valley Youth Corps surveyed Duwamish Valley households to find out what the community needs to prepare for, adapt to, and respond to the impacts of climate change. The project and StoryMap found that community members prioritize environmental health, which includes the need for more green space and inclusion of community perspectives in the work to build climate resilience. https://lnkd.in/gr4PzsZx #PublicHealth #ClimateHealth #ClimateResilience #CommunityHealth

How can businesses quantify and measure their social impact beyond traditional financial metrics, including contributions to community development, environmental sustainability, and societal well-being, to communicate their broader value proposition to stakeholders?

At FFTC, we understand the crucial balance between business expansion and societal wellbeing. We help companies in crafting strategies that not only propel corporate growth but also contribute positively to community development – ensuring that as businesses thrive, they simultaneously address and support local needs and challenges. Learn more about how we help companies centralize giving: https://ow.ly/nLF050QsiMt

💡 Unlocking Power through Knowledge! 💡 Discover how access to information fuels transparency, citizen engagement, and economic growth. Dive into our latest article exploring strategies and challenges in fostering community empowerment and accountability. Don’t miss out – read more now!

We're proud to share this insightful article by our Vice President of Community Development, Jacky Ham, in CAI Gold Coast Chapter’s Gold Coast Connection. Dive in and learn why fiber is the best choice for top-tier internet today and for the future. You can see Jacky’s expert analysis on page 38 of the latest issue: https://lnkd.in/e92rcYmX