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How do you build community?

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There are evidence-based ways to bring community together (Getty Images: filadendron)

There’s a revolution taking place in our suburbs and regions, and it’s coming from the ground up.

Grassroots community development is on the rise, and not just in Australia. Darwin recently played host to the World Community Development Conference, which saw community builders from around the globe gather to share ideas.

So, what is ‘community development’ and how do you do it?

Guests:

Helen Rodd, founder of Hot House Community Projects

Dee Brooks, community facilitator with the Jeder Institute

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Community Development, Mental Health
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