Citizens have lost confidence in their public institutions: social welfare, school, and healthcare programs. This book is about reconnecting citizens to their social institutions and reinvigorating these bodies so they are more effective. The central premise is that communities and families can be strengthened when everyone takes responsibility for themselves and works in partnership with others to restore social structures.
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Gary M. Nelson is the associate director for the Jordan Institute for Families at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he oversees a range of reform initiatives affecting families and communities. He is also a consultant in the field of community and organizational development, and has used the self-governance dialogue method described in this book in working with many communities across the nation.
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Community Dialogue and Self-Governance,
By L. Carron (Asheville, NC USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Self-Governance in Communities and Families (Paperback)
Nelson's book provides a well-defined vision of self-governance. His vision is informed by his ability to understand, cull, and synthesize complex concepts. These concepts are then used to create a practical and user-friendly model. The model he proposes is illustrated by step-by-step guidelines and case examples that teach the reader how to establish ownership and accountability in their communities. Perhaps what I enjoyed most about the book was Nelson's clear and honest voice. He reignited in me the hope that individuals working collectively can make good on their dreams.
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COMMUNITY VOICES: The clouds were much darker and heavier than usual. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
community assessment teams, governance dialogue, pipe pieces, family resource center, valued results, family outcomes, social governance, dialogue participants, community dialogue, shared accountability, community outcomes Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
North Carolina, Alamance County, Hurricane Fran, Maureen Joy, United Way, African American, Casey Foundation, Poe Elementary, South Carolina New!
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COMMUNITY VOICES: The clouds were much darker and heavier than usual. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
community assessment teams, governance dialogue, pipe pieces, family resource center, valued results, family outcomes, social governance, dialogue participants, community dialogue, shared accountability, community outcomes Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
North Carolina, Alamance County, Hurricane Fran, Maureen Joy, United Way, African American, Casey Foundation, Poe Elementary, South Carolina New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Democracy in America (Signet Classics) by Alexis de Tocqueville in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- On Organizational Learning by Chris Argyris in Back Matter
- RC Series Bundle: Playing and Reality (Routledge Classics) by D. W. Winnicott in Back Matter
- Governing the Commons: The Evolution of Institutions for Collective Action (Political Economy of Institutions and Decisions) by Elinor Ostrom in Back Matter
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- Open System Management Volume 2: Samuel's Story: Creating a Community Safety Net for Families (Vol 2) by DSW and Lane G. Cooke, MSW Gary M. Nelson on 6 pages
- Open System Management Volume 3: The Agency's Story: Fostering Collaboration Within (Vol 3) by DSW and Mary Anne P. Salmon, PhD Gary M. Nelson on 5 pages
- Open System Management, Vol. 4: Shifting the Organization's Culture: A Self-Assessment Guide (Vol 3) by DSW Gary M. Nelson in Front Matter, page 41, and Back Matter
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