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During our community walks, we decided to make a few changes and asked participants to evaluate the pathways. Here is how they rated #GoregaonWest based on seven important criteria. #WalkingProject #CommunityWalk

🚨 New Blog Post Alert 📰 🏙️ Unveiling Harlem's Safety: Get into our latest article that navigates the streets of Harlem. We explore the reality behind its reputation, examining factors that impact the safety of residents and visitors alike. 🔍 Safety Spotlight: Our piece takes a closer look at Harlem's safety dynamics. From crime statistics to community initiatives, we provide an insightful perspective on what it means to live or travel in this iconic New York neighborhood. 🌐 Community and Culture: Discover how Harlem's rich cultural heritage and community efforts contribute to its safety landscape. Our article highlights the vibrant life and spirit of this historic area. 📊 Fact-Based Insights: Relying on up-to-date statistics and real-life experiences, our analysis offers a comprehensive view of Harlem's safety. Whether you're a local, a tourist, or just curious, this article sheds light on the true essence of Harlem. 💡 Knowledge is Power: Understanding the safety of a neighborhood is crucial for informed decision-making. Read our latest post to get a well-rounded view of Harlem and stay informed about this unique and lively district. #HarlemSafety #CommunityInsights #UrbanExploration #CulturalHeritage #SafetyAnalysis #SouthwestJournal 🌃🔎

Housing Solution Idea #1 for San Diego: Great long-term housing community in Austin, Texas by Mobile Loaves & Fishes called Community First! Village. This multifaceted housing community is something we should consider for SD county for our chronically homeless, especially those who have lived on the streets for many years and are over 55. Details about this Village: - 51 acre location - Helps Chronically Homeless; average age is 57 - 381 Mixed housing units – Recreation Vehicles(RVs), Tiny Homes (most without bathrooms or kitchens) - Shared outdoor kitchens, bathrooms with showers and laundry services - Library and Chapel - Metro Bus Stop on site to help with getting to other parts of Austin - Family Health Resource Center – Medical Clinic -Integrated physical and mental health care services - Micro enterprise opportunities for residents to earn a dignified income               - Car care business               - Art House               - Tiny Homes Vacation Rental               - Pottery Operation               - Groundskeeping, Janitorial Services               - Blacksmithing Shop               - Woodshop               - Community Market (brick and mortar & online)               - Community Cinema               - Barber Shop/Beauty Salon - Organic Farming Operations This is a thriving community, not just a shelter or a building with apartments. They've created a place where people build new lives through friendship, service to each other and the community through employment and more. Let's create something like this in San Diego so those living on the dirty streets of downtown, along highways and in their cars can have a place to call home. #sandiego #homelesssolutions

Democracy is a lot bigger than any 🗳 single election, and it's bigger than our ⚖ political system. As we experience extreme levels of toxic polarization, division, and loneliness in this country, each of us needs to orient our work (and life) in a way that 🤝 strengthens democratic norms, processes, and cultures in our local communities. I'm thrilled to see Trust for Public Land's 🔬 latest research and thinking on the pivotal role that 🏞 parks play in fostering democracy, justice, and social cohesion published in 📑 the Stanford Social Innovation Review last week. In the article, my co-authors and I highlight powerful case studies that demonstrate how parks serve as vital spaces for community engagement, activism, and the cultivation of democratic values through activities like community organizing, land stewardship, and creative placemaking. Each of us has a part to play in making our democracy work. And I promise you don't have to look much farther than your local park to get involved and take action. 💚 🌳 👊

NIMBY, or "Not In My Backyard," refers to the phenomenon where individuals or communities oppose the siting of a new development or facility near their homes or neighborhoods, often due to concerns about its potential negative impacts. In a thriving community, the concept of NIMBYism is both complex and important. While it's natural for residents to want to protect the character and quality of their neighborhoods, unchecked NIMBYism can sometimes impede progress and prevent necessary developments that could benefit the community as a whole. By understanding and addressing the underlying concerns of NIMBYism, communities can work towards finding compromises and solutions that balance the needs of residents with the greater good. Open dialogue, community engagement, and thoughtful planning are key to navigating NIMBY challenges while fostering a vibrant and inclusive environment for all. #NIMBY #NotInMyBackyard #CommunityDevelopment #UrbanPlanning

Studies show that people are experiencing extreme levels of loneliness, polarization, and division. City parks are among the last public spaces where people can meet and build community. Check out the latest findings --- just released today --- from Trust for Public Land on the transformative power of high-quality park systems. #TPLparkscore

🌇 Cedar Heights Unbound: Crafting Unity in Our Streets 🌇 Deep in the fabric of the city lies Cedar Heights, a neighborhood that’s stood for three decades yet remained a collection of houses rather than a community. It was time for a change, time to awaken the vibrant spirit I knew lived in every corner and every heart of this neighborhood. The Spark of Transformation: The mission was clear from the get-go: to transform Cedar Heights from a mere geographic location to a living, breathing community where every voice is heard, and every hand is held. This wasn’t about changing an area; it was about unlocking the potential of its people. From Strangers to Neighbors: The first step was to bridge the gaps. We rolled up our sleeves and got down to the grassroots, initiating real conversations, sharing stories, and building trust. This was about laying down the foundation for a community where everyone feels at home. The Pulse of the Community: Through collective efforts, we saw the transformation unfold. Block parties turned isolated individuals into a united community, community gardens blossomed from barren lands, symbolizing growth and togetherness, and neighborhood meetings became the stage for voices that had long been silenced. Today’s Cedar Heights: Now, Cedar Heights is alive with the energy of its residents. It’s a place where the youth play freely, neighbors connect genuinely, and the essence of unity fills the air. This is the Cedar Heights we envisioned, a community bound by solidarity and mutual respect. The Legacy We Build: Cedar Heights’ journey is a testament to the power of collective action and shared vision. It stands as a beacon, showing that with perseverance and unity, any neighborhood can redefine itself. The Invitation: I extend a call to each of you. Let’s take this spirit beyond Cedar Heights. Engage, connect, and contribute. Together, we have the power to transform spaces into communities, houses into homes, and individuals into families. #UnityInCedarHeights #StrengthInCommunity #EmpowermentThroughEngagement #LegacyBuilding #TogetherAsOne

Parkmen: A Collaborative Effort Driving Community Engagement   ADVIER is proud to be co-creator of Parkmen (parkmen.nl). Parkmen is a serious play on the well-known Pacman game and is an inspiring example of collaboration between residents and local government. During this engaging game, residents come together to discover what truly matters. Valuable conversations emerge around safety, health, mobility, and social interaction, through cheerful and interactive discussions about parking spaces, alternatives to parking on doorsteps, and redesign of public spaces. The game can be played by residents, residents' associations, and municipalities to clearly identify community needs, making it a versatile tool for participation across different domains. ADVIER and our partners are still evolving the game. Efforts are ongoing to translate the outcomes further into tangible improvements for neighbourhoods, ensuring residents can better experience the impacts and share their preferences. Using real-world cases, the aim is to foster better dialogue within the community. Let's keep the conversation going and build better, more connected communities together! #CommunityEngagement #LocalGovernment #UrbanDevelopment #SmartCities #PublicSpaces #NeighbourhoodImprovement Stimuleringsfonds Creatieve Industrie Luisiana P. Hans Oerlemans Mirza Hotic David Cao Minze Walvius Jip Schelling Fiona Campbell

Communities around the world are beginning or focus on ‘park equity,’ the equitable distribution of parks and greens spaces so that every community has fair access to these important resources. To city planners and climate activists, this appears increasingly vital–not just for the health of our society, but for people’s wellbeing. As temperatures rise and air quality declines, and especially in urban environments, the availability or lack of green spaces can have life-or-death consequences. “Latinx communities in Arizona are more likely to experience heat-related illness and death because unjust neighborhood designs left their streets exposed to the brutal desert sun—it’s been 101 degrees in Phoenix since May.” In a recent piece for @NonprofitQuarterly, Grace Cotangco investigates park equity, looks at the enormous importance of parks and green spaces, and analyzes what communities around the U.S. are doing to create park equity. “Green spaces are not a nice-to-have for neighborhoods; they’re essential community infrastructure,” Grace writes. “And if approached correctly, increasing equitable green spaces is a form of racial justice and environmental justice.” Read more at Nonprofit Quarterly: https://lnkd.in/ezKkgBAd (Image from @liveology on unsplash.com.) #equity #dei #equityinclusion #sharedspace #commons #commonspace #equityresources #resourceequity #publicequity #socialequity 

I am not an expert in this. I’m going to share our Safety Policy for two reasons– 1️⃣ Safety feels like the most important aspect of living with others and I don’t see much shared about how to handle it 2️⃣ Poke holes in it - TEAR IT UP! Share what's worked or not worked. We can all learn from your wisdom. OUR POLICY: https://lnkd.in/g4FWBp7c Most of the Harassment and Assault Policy was a gift from a longstanding co-op in Austin so that we could have procedures that are tried and true. Some of it was co-created with the community after a house crisis, like Community Agreements. Some of this, like Tension and Conflict is from my experience coliving and men’s work and passion. 🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹 Hi, I'm Kyle Gaarder. I believe community living can transform ourselves and our culture. I dream of a future where community balanced with individualism is common sense and accessible. I share what I'm thinking about to give possible value and find my place within the movement. #coliving #colivingspace #futureofliving #communitysafety Mayank Pokharna