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A collection of vocabulary flashcards to help students review key terms and concepts related to COPAR and community health nursing.

COPAR

Community Organizing Participatory Action Research, a method focused on community empowerment for sustainable development.

Facilitator

A collaborator who guides the community rather than controlling decision-making.

Mobilization

Encouraging community members to take collective action for change.

Action Research

Research that emphasizes implementing solutions while gathering data.

Community Participation

Crucial involvement of community members in decision-making processes.

Sustainability

The ability of a community to maintain improvements after the project has ended.

Empowerment

Helping individuals and communities gain control over their lives and decisions.

Inclusivity

Ensuring all community members have a voice and a role in decision-making.

Stakeholder

Any individual or group that has an interest in the success of a project.

Capacity-Building

Training and equipping local individuals to handle projects independently.

Needs Assessment

A systematic evaluation to determine the needs of a community.

Community Mapping

Visual representation of community assets and needs.

SWOT Analysis

A tool used to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in community planning.

Qualitative Methods

Research methods that focus on understanding community dynamics through subjective data.

Trust-Building

Creating relationships and rapport to foster community involvement.

Decision-Making Structures

Formal arrangements for how community decisions will be made.

Ethico-Moral Responsibilities

The ethical obligations of facilitators to respect and involve the community.

Intergenerational Activities

Events designed to bridge the gap between different age groups in a community.

Health Education

The process of educating community members regarding health practices and resources.

Local Leadership

Empowerment of community members to take initiative in local projects.

Feedback Loops

Continuous processes for receiving community input to improve initiatives.