Relationships in Community Work

In community development, relationships are the driving force behind meaningful change—yet they are rarely explored in depth. This textbook unpacks the complex, creative and often subtle relational work at the heart of effective practice. From building trust with participants to collaborating with colleagues, partners and policy makers, it offers practical guidance across research, one-to-one work, group facilitation and community settings. It features:-case studies from international practice;-challenging questions to stimulate individual thinking;-interviews at organisational, community and strategic level. Aimed at both students and practitioners, this essential textbook will equip the reader with the values, skills and insight needed to plan, deliver and evaluate transformative community work.