Describes the residents' committee in China as a form of neighborhood organization that acts as a linking mechanism between the bureaucracy and ordinary citizens. Argues that the residents' committee can reflect community problems and needs to policymakers and, conversely, help the grassroots government explain or implement public policies. (CH)

This article briefly describes and analyzes (in a historical perspective) the role of local neighborhood committees as they exist in hundreds of urban neighborhoods in Israel, describes the study procedures and the research findings, and in the final part discusses and analyzes the findings. (CT)

This guidance note is designed to assist anyone involved in the Local Biodiversity Action Plans (LBAP) throughout the United Kingdom (UK). The UK Action Plan on Biodiversity (1994) sets out the broad strategy and targets for conserving and enhancing wild species and wild habitats for the next 20 years. This guide provides help on how to implement…

Many communities are rethinking their ideas of mutual support, social economy, and community economic development and are using "Time Dollars" strategies to build on their existing support networks and create a strong and valued social economy. This book provides an introduction to the social capital strategy of Time Dollars and presents…

Action research is disciplined inquiry to improve the quality of an organization and its performance. It is a method for improving practice in which one collects data to diagnose problems, searches for solutions, takes action, and monitors how well it works. Action research is characterized by groups of colleagues working together for systematic…

The Progressive Architecture Awards Jury included applied research for the first time this year. In the category of "research process and techniques" an award was given for a mental health planning aid kit -- a process for organizing and aiding planning of mental health programs and facilities. (Author/MF)

Efforts of humanists have been extended to small towns to try to utilize more fully the resources of large universities. (GB)

Describes a successful ongoing project in Lane County, Oregon educating women about government through home study clubs set up by the Extension service there. (GB)

A training course about nutrition and immunization for the people of a poor section in Madras was developed by the Community Development project. It was felt that it would be good to train a few of the community members who in turn would teach others. The trainees found this program very pleasant and satisfying. (Author/RR)

Sex education in the schools is predicted to be the major educational issue in the 70's. It is concluded that total community involvement will eventually immobilize its politico-religious critics. (CP)

Students, through part-time work and/or work-study experiences offer a service to their communities. (CA)

Researchers who undertake the evaluation of social action programs face several hazards, among which is the politicization of evaluation. Several alternatives in research methodology are suggested, as well as implications from the evaluations themselves. (DM)

"Video tape for training staff of community action agencies." (Editor)