community

Community

A group of people who have social relationships through geographical closeness or regular contact, sharing mutual interests or ideologies.

Industrialisation

The process of transforming an economy from an agricultural based to a manufacturing-based one.

Urbanisation

The growth of cities and the movement of people from rural areas to urban areas.

Gemeinschaft

Refers to cohesive, close, and long-lasting relationships on a community level, often described in family relationships within small geographical communities.

Gesellschaft

Refers to individualistic and impersonal relationships on a societal level, typical of post-industrial and urban communities where individuals are more anonymous and private.

Experience of community

Refers to what it is like for individuals to belong to and participate in a community group.

Belonging

The emotional experience of feeling secure and supported within a group, including acceptance and inclusion among community members.

ICT

Refers to the equipment and machinery used to store and/or distribute information.

Economic Factors

Refers to a group's access to financial resources, including gain or loss of funding.

Social Factors

Elements within society that influence the behavior, attitudes, and beliefs of individuals or groups, including changing social attitudes, gender roles, and social trends.

Political Factors

Includes government policies, regulations, structures, and institutions.