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🌍 "Community isn’t just about proximity, it’s about heart and soul. According to McMillan & Chavis, a true sense of community is built on four pillars: 1️⃣ Membership: We all long for a place where we belong, a group that accepts us, and boundaries that provide emotional safety. 2️⃣ Influence: A community is a dance of give and take. We shape our community, and in turn, it shapes us. 3️⃣ Integration & Fulfillment of Needs: Being part of a community isn’t just about being together, it’s about growing together. Our participation should be rewarding and meet our needs. 4️⃣ Shared Emotional Connection: The glue that binds us together is the shared experiences, history, and common values. Let me ask, if you belong to a community that does not seem to want or appreciate your input, do you really belong to that community? Let’s strive to build communities that embody these elements, creating spaces where everyone feels at home. 🏡 #SenseOfCommunity #McMillanChavis"

These are the principles that guide our school. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our students and community in this capacity. #HCGRealEstateSchool #realestateeducation #community #realestatecareer #workforcedevelopment #realtors #realestateagents #realestateinvestors

What does community mean to you? Listen as Sharon Nyree Williams shares what it means to build community and why it matters. Then check out the Greater Seattle Compact for Belonging from Civic Commons and add your name to this powerful living document: https://buff.ly/3Pfbq2k. #webelonghere #belongingcompact #community #thriving #civiccommons

When it comes to building a community creation was first in seeing the advantages of this. "Building community is essential to our well-being and growth. By connecting with others, we can thrive and become better versions of ourselves. Recognizing the value of community, we can foster meaningful relationships, support one another, and create a sense of belonging. Together, we can rise above challenges and become more compassionate, empathetic, and resilient human beings. #communitymatters #togetherwe-rise #growththroughconnection"

Have you ever found yourself in a rush to beat the timer at a downtown parking meter or received a speeding ticket? Maybe you've come across someone who has made the dangerous decision to drive while under the influence. These scenarios often lead straight to the doorsteps of a municipal court judge. These examples also underscore the importance of including community engagement in municipal planning initiatives. Theresa Ewing's experiences leading municipal court systems have taught her that they're inseparable. Knowing what to anticipate in these less-than-ideal situations can alleviate anxiety and help foster trust in the process, long before someone has to step through a courthouse door. Theresa emphasizes that to build trust, proactive community engagement must start with transparent communication and educating neighbors about local government processes. Learn more about Theresa's experiences of learning to tune into local needs: https://lnkd.in/gwYPspMX

Have you ever found yourself in a rush to beat the timer at a downtown parking meter or received a speeding ticket? Maybe you've come across someone who has made the dangerous decision to drive while under the influence. These scenarios often lead straight to the doorsteps of a municipal court judge. These examples also underscore the importance of including community engagement in municipal planning initiatives. Theresa Ewing's experiences leading municipal court systems have taught her that they're inseparable. Knowing what to anticipate in these less-than-ideal situations can alleviate anxiety and help foster trust in the process, long before someone has to step through a courthouse door. Theresa emphasizes that to build trust, proactive community engagement must start with transparent communication and educating neighbors about local government processes. Learn more about Theresa's experiences of learning to tune into local needs: https://lnkd.in/gwYPspMX

Check out this article on the great repurposing of a vacant school in Englewood being done with community!

Imagine a city where every resident can afford to live, where families are eager to send their children to school, and where diversity thrives in vibrant, inclusive communities. Danny TK Avula believes this vision is essential as rising housing costs are driving many families away from urban areas, leaving behind neighborhoods that once shaped their lives. Key elements to consider: 🏡 Affordable Housing: We need plans that allow people of all socioeconomic backgrounds to find homes within the city. 🏫 Strong Education: Schools should be places of opportunity, ensuring every child receives a quality education, regardless of background. 🤝 Community Engagement: Creating spaces where everyone feels welcome and included is crucial to building a thriving community. #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityEngagement #InclusiveCities #RVASmallBusinessShow #RVASmallBusinessNetwork #MeetTheCandidate

Good Monday morning, friends. Just a quick reminder that the ability to bring people together is not all there is to community building. Knowing someone's name is not all there is to community building. Helping with wayfinding is not all there is to community building. Components of? Yes. And to effectively build communities you must put the needs of those in your stewardship first. To effectively build community you must decenter whatever your motivations are to leave room and flexibility for those you are building WITH (not FOR). To effectively build community you must always think of what it means to ensure these spaces feel safe and inclusive and that you allow people to show up and contribute in a myriad of ways while upholding your community's why. To effectively build community, values and norms must be explicit and any correction must be applied equitably and with dignity to the members of your community (i.e., no public reprimands). If at any point you do this work for the glorification and magnification of YOU in the name of belonging and connection, get out of it. Because it isn't about you.

Creating a sense of ✨ belonging✨ and ✨ connection✨ is vital for nurturing a thriving tenant community. We love this quote from a tenant within the The Tootal Buildings regarding their Equiem platform 🙌 #WorkplaceExperience #Connection #TenantExperiencePlatform #CommercialRealEstate #Community