DVA2602
Assignment 7
(COMPLETE
ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2024
(301194) - DUE 4
March 2024
, Community development and community mobilisation. (50) (a) Define
community mobilisation (5)
Community mobilization is a process that involves empowering and engaging
members of a community to take collective action towards achieving common
goals. It typically involves organizing, educating, and motivating community
members to address issues or challenges affecting their community. This process
often includes building relationships, fostering leadership, and promoting
collaboration among community members, organizations, and institutions to create
positive social change.
(b) Discuss the stages of community mobilisation (15)
Community mobilization typically involves several stages, each
crucial for effectively engaging and empowering community
members. Here are the key stages:
1. Assessment and Planning: This stage involves conducting a
thorough assessment of the community's strengths, needs,
resources, and challenges. It includes identifying key
stakeholders and understanding the existing social structures
within the community. Based on this assessment, a strategic
plan is developed to address priority issues and mobilize
community members effectively.
2. Building Relationships: Establishing trust and building
relationships with community members is essential for
successful mobilization. This involves reaching out to
individuals, community groups, local leaders, and organizations
to listen to their concerns, understand their perspectives, and
gain their support for collective action.
3. Education and Awareness: Community mobilization often
requires raising awareness about specific issues, potential
solutions, and the benefits of collective action. This stage
involves providing education, information, and training to
community members to empower them with the knowledge
and skills needed to participate effectively.
4. Organizing and Capacity Building: Mobilizing a community
involves organizing individuals and groups to work together
towards common goals. This stage includes identifying and
developing leadership within the community, building the
capacity of community members to participate in decision-
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