An examination of community development as the practice of citizens and community organizations to empower individuals and groups to improve the social and economic wellbeing of their communities and neighbourhoods. The course will consider different approaches to community development and critically discuss their potential for positive urban social change.
8.0 credits including at least 1.5 credits at the B-level from City Studies, Human Geography, Political Science, or Sociology.
30
Social and Behavioural Sciences
Partnership-Based Experience
Priority enrolment is given students registered in the City Studies programs. Students from other programs may request admission through the Program Advisor at cit-advisor@utsc.utoronto.ca
