Community development and civil society: Making connections in the European context

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Paul Henderson (Community Development Consultant) Ilona Vercseg (Research Fellow (Community Development), Hungarian Association For Community Development)

Community development and civil society

Making connections in the European context

Paul Henderson (Community Development Consultant), Ilona Vercseg (Research Fellow (Community Development), Hungarian Association For Community Development)

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English

Policy Press
30 June 2010

Development studies; Social groups

To what extent are the ideas and practice of community development across Europe similar? Community Development and Civil Society explores this question with special reference to the UK and Hungary and shows howcommunity development connects powerfully with civil society, a concept that today has global significance.

Paul Henderson and Ilona Vercseg argue that community development is both a profession and a social movement and is relevant to a wide range of issues.

They interweave case studies with discussion of principles and theory.

The book's critical and accessible approach will appeal especially to students and practitioners.

By: Paul Henderson (Community Development Consultant), Ilona Vercseg (Research Fellow (Community Development), Hungarian Association For Community Development)
Imprint: Policy Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 476g
ISBN: 9781861349705
ISBN 10: 186134970X
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 30 June 2010
Audience: College/higher education , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Paul Henderson has been involved in community development for over 30 years, most recently with the Community Development Foundation. He has written about community development in both the UK and the rest of Europe. Ilona Vercseg is Honorary President of the Hungarian Association for Community Development, and a University Lecturer and Senior Trainer with the Civil College Foundation. She undertakes experimental research and analysis, teaches community development and builds international contacts.

Reviews for Community development and civil society: Making connections in the European context

"""The authors bring a wealth of insight and experience to this analytical and practical exploration. Practicalities of participation, localisation and regional and global challenges provide a context for a deft invitation for community development to renew its vision."" Alan Barr, Senior Research Fellow (University of Strathclyde), Scottish Community Development Centre, Glasgow ""An important resource for those concerned with community development and with strengthening civil societies' independent roles, across Europe, more generally - with detailed case study materials from Britain and Hungary, more particularly. It will be essential reading for policy makers and a wide range of professionals."" Marjorie Mayo, Goldsmiths College, University of London"