SWK 366 - Community and Political Practice

Institution:

Providence College

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Description:

1 semester, 3 credits Community development practice strengthens neighborhood bonds, builds social capital and networks.Through sustained organizing, communities are empowered to create grassroots organizations and focus on advocacy strategies to remedy social, political, and economic injustices. Students learn to mobilize citizens to obtain collecs tive power, to advocate for current relevant legislation in the R.I. General Assembly, and complete needs assessments. Prerequisite: Junior majors only.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.providence.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 865-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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