Tips

For Analyzing Community Resources And Needs

Use Local Leadership - in all of the projects, influential local citizens were part of the community process. Members of the community who are well known, respected and active in civic life can be excellent resources for your mental health promotion project

Network - use your own networks - personal and professional - to link with a range of community partners. Networking will give you access to a wide range of community assets. Think broadly about who you can include as partners.

Tap Into The Support Systems And Resources available in your community for help in setting your goals, planning and developing leadership. These include non-governmental organizations, community colleges, and university-based community research teams.

Invite People To Participate In The Process To Whatever Exent They Wish . Even those who are very interested may have some real time constraints. People will be more willing to participate in the effort if they feel their availability and interests are respected.

Keep Your Effort Visible. Make sure you’re getting the attention you need from the broader community by developing contacts in the local media.

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