5.5.1 Community Engagement

• What is the primary goal of community engagement?

  Addressing local issues
• Community engagement strengthens community bonds, improves living conditions, and gives residents a voice in decision-making
• Volunteering is an example of active participation in community engagement.
• What is an example of active community engagement mentioned in the text?

  Organizing a community garden
• Active participation in community engagement involves direct action and involvement in community activities
• Match the type of participation with its definition:

  Active Participation ↔️ Direct involvement and action

  Passive Participation ↔️ Indirect support and awareness
• What is an example of passive community engagement?

  Donating to a local food bank
• Community engagement increases social connections and improves mental health
• Community engagement can reduce social inequalities in society.
• What is an example of a community engagement initiative that fosters environmental awareness?

  Community gardens
• Match the benefit of community engagement with its impact:

  Social Connections ↔️ Stronger community bonds

  Mental Health ↔️ Reduced isolation and stress

  Personal Development ↔️ Improved skills and confidence
• What is an example of a social factor that influences community engagement?

  Income
• Communities with strong cultural traditions of helping neighbors often have high rates of volunteerism
• What is an example of a community engagement initiative that promotes sustainable living?

  Community gardens
• Neighborhood clean-up events improve living conditions and foster community pride.
• What is the definition of community engagement?

  Addressing issues together
• One benefit of community engagement is strengthening community bonds
• Match the type of participation with its activity:

  Active Participation ↔️ Volunteering

  Passive Participation ↔️ Attending events
• Organizing a community garden is an example of active participation.
• What does active participation in community engagement involve?

  Direct action and involvement
• Passive participation includes actions such as attending community events
• Organizing a neighborhood clean-up is an example of passive participation.

  False
• What are two benefits of community engagement for individuals?

  Social connections, mental health
• Community engagement enhances the quality of life
• Cultural factors such as traditions can influence community engagement.
• Match the factor with its influence on community engagement:

  Social Factors ↔️ Determines participation based on resources

  Cultural Factors ↔️ Shapes activities based on values
• What is an example of a cultural factor influencing community engagement?

  Traditions of helping neighbors
• A community garden project in an urban area fosters a sense of community