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Download full textPhillips, Phillip D. – 1990
This book is designed to provide an introductory understanding of challenges, goals, processes, and procedures for economic developers, particularly economic development volunteers, in rural areas and small towns. Chapter 1 defines economic development and basic terms. Chapter 2 describes major economic, social, and demographic trends that…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adults, Community Development, Community Programs
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Direct linkMillar, Pat; Kilpatrick, Sue – Studies in the Education of Adults, 2005
Family and community capacity building projects in Tasmania are attempting to address the disadvantage of communities marginalised by socio-economic and other influences. Collaborations between the projects, community members and groups, and education and training organisations, have resulted in a leadership process which has fostered reengagement…
Descriptors: Social Capital, Ethnography, Community Development, Disadvantaged Environment
