Sociology 3331F/G Lecture 1: Introduction Class
15 Jan 2019
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Core concepts: emphasizing strengthening of community itself, solidarity, be and get organized (from a grassroots perspective, start with real people, build upon what is already there, critical consciousness. Abcd: asset-based community development, building on what"s already there, building on strengths. What is right with you": emphasis is on what the materially poor already have, focus on dignity. If you stop giving money to a community, does the relationship remain. Difference between relief and development: relief, temporary. Reflection allows us to talk to our feelings and how we react to certain situations. Need to understand the root causes of poverty: and understand how we think about the problem (i. e. , if we think that poverty is caused by addictions, this changes our approach to solving the problem)
