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What is a community?

We often think of a community as a group of people living in the same neighborhood. But communities can consist of any group of people brought together by a common purpose – either in the real world or in a virtual world – online. Here are some of the things that pull people together into communities.

Interests

Communities of people who share the same interest or passion.

  • Sports club
  • Folk music club
  • Book club

Actions

Communities of people trying to bring about change.

  • Neighborhood watch
  • Greenpeace
  • Disability access group

Places

Communities of people brought together by geographic boundaries.

  • Recreation centers
  • Local community action group
  • Local housing estate committee

Practices

Communities of people in the same profession or who undertake the same activities.

  • Doctors
  • Teachers
  • Caregivers

Circumstances

Communities of people brought together by external events/situations.

  • Cancer support group
  • Campaign group to keep local parks
  • Post-traumatic stress group

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