Community Organizing, Voice and Empowerment

Leading meaningful community change to address social problems involves effective organization strategies and communication that include storytelling, social media, and community engagement. Students will examine power, privilege, and oppression in personal and community contexts to develop strategies that honor and engage community members. Developing impactful messages and crafting different delivery methods are key components to effective community organization and empowerment. Nonprofit/nongovernmental organization leaders need to develop their voice and empowerment strategies to meet community members in community contexts and to engage them through diverse strategies. Evaluating outreach efforts and community impact are also examined.