Community Development in Action: Putting Freire into Practice

by Margaret Ledwith

In a world in which social divisions are widening not lessening, it is essential for community development, or any other practice committed to social justice and sustainability, to understand how power works at every level, from grassroots projects to movements for change. This exciting and practical book is filled to the brim with useful ideas for busy practitioners. Building on the work of Paulo Freire, theories are presented in interesting and straightforward ways to provide an everyday reference for practice. Contained in these pages is all you need to give your practice a critical edge!

Genres: Nonfiction

209 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 15, 2015

Reviews

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Was recommended this book by my professor during my degree. The way it transformed my community development practice in real life is astonishing. Great book becoming raising your consciousness in politics and society. It teaches you how to become a critical thinker rather than a decile listener of the capitalist world.

[Shannon Ture · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very helpful for theory and general understanding of global issues. Also very inspiring and idealistic. I'm unsure, however, how helpful it is for preparing for the actual work of community development at a local level.