Asset-Based Community Engagement in Higher Education

Download or read book Asset-Based Community Engagement in Higher Education written by John Hamerlinck and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As campuses seek to prepare student for work, life, and citizenship and to contribute to positive community change, Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) deserves more attention. The idea is simple: whether working to advance public health, youth development, economic opportunity, or other social goods, the most powerful approach builds relationships and partnerships grounded in the strengths of every individual, association, and institution involved. This collection of essays and case studies addresses both the potential and challenges for asset-based community engagement in higher education"--Back cover.