assessing community needs and resources

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CXU 3A:

The assignment (2–3 pages):

Briefly explain the importance of community descriptions.

Write a description of your community. Include the following components:

  • A brief description of the geographic boundaries of your community
  • The length of time your community has been in existence
  • A brief history of your community
  • A brief description of 2–3 key people and/or leaders in the community
  • A brief description of the demographics, including age, gender balance, and education
  • A brief description of at least two issues of most concern to your community that pertain to sustainability
  • A brief explanation of the community morale and involvement levels in sustainability efforts

Support your Application with specific references to all resources used in its preparation.

CXU 3B:

Brief description of two tools and/or methods you would use to assess the needs and resources in your community and explain why. Then explain how you would use each. Be specific.