Assignment: Analysing Community Cohesion and Disaggregation
Objective
This assignment aims to deepen your understanding of community cohesion dynamics and the factors leading to disaggregation in your local area. You’ll gain insights into the complex interplay of social structures and community health by identifying these elements and the forces countering them.
Tasks
Identifying Disaggregation Processes:
- Observe and list the different processes or factors contributing to community disaggregation in your area. These might include social, economic, political, or cultural elements that lead to fragmentation or weakening of community bonds.
- Select one process from your list for a more detailed analysis. Explain why this particular process stands out and how it impacts the community.
Recognizing Community Stabilizers:
- Identify both formal and informal figures or entities in your city or neighbourhood that actively work to counteract these disaggregation processes. These could be organizations, community leaders, local initiatives, etc.
- For each figure or entity you list, provide a justification for your choice. Explain how they contribute to combating community disaggregation, detailing their methods, impact, and relevance.
Guidelines for Submission
Your submission should be structured and concise In your analysis, provide specific examples and reasoning to support your observations. This assignment is not just about listing elements, but understanding their roles and interconnections within your community.