What is Community and Community Well-Being?
Conflict Resolution
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4m 33s
Duke Duchscherer, Certified NVC Trainer: Duke Duchscherer shares that community well-being is created by the relationships that exist within the community. He discerns two vital components: bonding connections within similar groups and bridging connections between different groups. This interplay forms what is commonly termed as social capital, a cornerstone of community vitality.
Duke says that a community's strength lies in its ability to foster connections across diverse backgrounds. This notion resonates deeply with him, reinforcing his commitment to utilizing restorative circles. These circles, with their focus on building and restoring relationships, hold the key to enhancing collective resilience and unity. He believes they represent a proactive approach to sustaining community cohesion and preventing fragmentation in the face of adversity.
Keywords:
- Duke Duchscherer
- relationship building
- communication
- community
- belonging
- well being
- connection
- restorative circle
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