place-based community development

Place-based community development focuses on improving neighborhoods or specific local areas by investing in their unique features, resources, and needs. It emphasizes engaging residents, businesses, and local organizations to collaboratively enhance the physical environment, economy, and social connections. The goal is to create sustainable improvements that reflect the community’s identity and priorities, fostering a sense of ownership and pride among residents. This approach recognizes that meaningful change happens when development efforts are rooted in the specific characteristics and context of a place.