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100			_aRoy, Sanjoy, editor.
245		0	_aNew Perspectives in Community Development _c/ edited by Sanjoy Roy and Bishnu Mohan Dash.
250			_aFirst edition.
260			_aNew Delhi _b: Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd. _c, 2015
300			_axix, 419 p. _b: illustrations _c; 23 cm.
520			_aNew Perspectives in Community Development is an edited volume that explores emerging concepts, policies, and practices in community development in the context of rapid social, economic, and political change. Bringing together contributions from scholars and development practitioners, the book examines how communities can achieve sustainable and inclusive development through participatory planning, local governance, social justice, and capacity building. The book covers a broad range of topics, including rural and urban community development, poverty reduction, gender equality, social inclusion, decentralization, environmental sustainability, public health, education, livelihood promotion, and the role of civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). It emphasizes participatory approaches that encourage community members to identify their own needs, mobilize local resources, and actively participate in decision-making processes. Combining theoretical discussions with practical case studies, the volume highlights innovative development strategies and best practices from different regions. It is particularly useful for postgraduate students, researchers, educators, social workers, and professionals engaged in rural development, social policy, public administration, and community organization.
650			_aCommunity development.
650			_aCommunity organization.
650			_aRural development.
650			_aSocial work.
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