COMMUNITY

ORGANIZING
 Community organizing is a process
Community organizing as a process of educating and mobilizing
consists of steps or activities that members of the community to enable
instill and reinforce the people's them to resolve community
self-confidence on their own problems. It is a means to build the
community's capacity to work for the
collective strengths and capabilities common good in general and health
(Manalili, 1990). goals.
It is the development of the
community's collective capacities to
solve its own problems and aspire
for development through its own
efforts.
 Value-based process, tracing its roots to
three basic values: END GOAL:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. Human rights – are based on the worth and improvement access to resource
dignity 1. Human rights – are based on the
(including health resources) that
worth and dignity inherent to all human
will enable the people to improve
beings: the right to life, the right to
their standards of living and overall
development as persons and as a community,
quality life.
and the freedom to make decisions for oneself.

2. Social justice- entails fairness in the

distribution of resources to satisfy basic needs
and to maintain dignity as human beings.

3. Social responsibility- is an offshoot of the

ethical principle of solidarity, which points to
people being part of one community and is
reflected in concern for one another.
Core Principles in
Community
Organizing
 Community Organizing is People-Centered

Community organizing focuses on empowering

people, especially marginalized groups. It values
their experiences and needs, making them
active participants in their development rather
than just recipients of aid.
Community Organizing is Participative

Community members should be

involved in every step of
assessment, planning,
implementation, and evaluation. This
ensures that they take ownership
and responsibility for the
development efforts, rather than just
relying on leaders or elites.
 Community Organizing is Democratic

The process aims to empower disadvantaged

populations, allowing them to recognize their
challenges and express their aspirations. Decisions
should reflect the collective will of the community,
rather than just the views of a few leaders.
Community Organizing is Developmental

Community organizing aims to

improve current conditions and
foster authentic human
development. It seeks meaningful
changes that benefit the community
as a whole.
Community Organizing is Process Oriented

The focus is on the ongoing

process of change, with regular
monitoring and adjustments to
plans based on the community’s
evolving needs.
 GOAL OF
COMMUNITY
ORGANIZING
 People’s Empowerment
Empowerment in community organizing helps individuals and
groups take control of their lives. It involves providing tools,
knowledge, and support so community members can make
informed decisions about their health and well-being. This process
boosts self-efficacy, encouraging people to identify health issues,
advocate for their needs, and engage in solutions. Ultimately,
empowerment builds confidence and fosters a sense of agency
within the community.
Building Relatively Permanent Structures and People
Organization

This goal is about creating lasting frameworks and

organizations to support ongoing community
engagement and health initiatives. These can include
health committees, advocacy groups, or coalitions
that unite various stakeholders like community
members, healthcare providers, and local government.
These organizations promote collaboration, amplify
community voices, and sustain health efforts. By
setting up these structures, communities can more
effectively tackle health challenges, share resources,
and develop long-term improvement strategies.
 Improved Quality of Life
The ultimate goal of community organizing is to improve the overall
quality of life for community members, covering physical, mental,
social, and economic well-being. This can be achieved through
better access to healthcare, enhanced health literacy, and
supportive environments that encourage healthy behaviors. By
addressing social determinants of health like housing, education,
and employment, community organizing aims to create conditions
for healthier and happier lives for everyone in the community.
Elements of
Community
Organizing
 A) COMMUNITY PEOPLE
The community is the stage for CO. The community consists of people, now
popularly known as stakeholders, who have different interests in development.
• Three apparent stakeholders of development initiatives:
a. Directly affected. Those who may be expected to benefit or lose from certain
development initiatives.
b. Indirectly affected. Those with interest in outcomes; like NGOs, private
businesses and industries that may be affected or may have technical expertise.
c. Government-elected officials. Those line agency staff; local, regional and
national government officials.
 B) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (CDW)

The CDW is the partner of the people in development. S/he acts as a catalyst for
participatory development involving multi- stakeholders

Community organizing, to become more relevant, should be initiated and

sustained by the people themselves. Hence, the CDW should be coming,
ideally, from among the ranks of the people in the community. But in most cases
when the CDW is an outsider, s/he serves only as a facilitator who assists the
people in organizing themselves.
 C) COMMUNITY ORGANIZING PROCESS
It means developing a partnership with the community. It is a process that
facilitates participatory development in which "stakeholders" can influence and
share control over development initiatives, and over the decisions and resources
that affect themselves.
 D) COMMUNITY CONSCIOUSNESS
The fourth important element of the CO practice was traditionally viewed as the
Problem, which brings together the community people (CP) and the CDW in a
helping process. In reality, the working relationship between the CP and the
CDW is not always sparkled by a problem confronting the former. Rather, it
could be based on the recognition of the people's role as the prime movers of
development. It is the awakening of a shared 'critical consciousness' that gives
birth to a mutually empowering process of partnership in pursuit of development.
 PHASES AND
ACTIVITIES OF
COMMUNITY
ORGANIZING
A. Preparatory Phase
1. Selection of Area: Identify the target community.
2. Community Profiling: Gather information about the community’s demographics and needs.
3. Entry and Integration: Build relationships with community members.
4. Guidelines:
1. Acknowledge the role of local authorities.
2. Adapt to the community’s lifestyle.
3. Choose modest housing.
4. Avoid raising community expectations.
5. Engage in local production and social activities.
6. Make house visits.
7. Connect with people in their usual gathering places.
B. Organizational Phase
1. Social Preparation: Foster community readiness.
2. Spotting and Developing Leaders: Identify potential leaders within the community.
3. Core Group Formation: Create a core group that represents various community sectors.
4. Core Group Training Focus:
1. Democratic and collective leadership.
2. Planning and tasks for community organization.
3. Conflict resolution.
4. Critical thinking and decision-making.
5. Setting Up the Community Organization: Establish the formal structure of the organization.
C. Education and Training Phase
1. Conduct Community Diagnosis: Assess community health and needs.
2. Train Community Health Workers: Build local capacity for health initiatives.
3. Health Services and Mobilization: Implement health programs.
4. Leadership Formation Activities: Develop leadership skills among community members.
D. Intersectoral Collaboration Phase
1. Organizational Growth: Ensure the organization evolves with community needs.
2. Collaboration: Seek assistance and support from other organizations and communities.

E. Phase Out
1. Turnover of Work: Transfer responsibilities to community members.
2. Monitoring and Follow-Up: Assess ongoing activities until the community is ready for full
disengagement.
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