Engaged Scholar Module 5 - Introduction

Introduction Video

LEarning Objectives

In this module you will:

• Learn that capacity building represents a significant mindset shift in community work
• Define capacity, capacity building, and capacity building mindset
• Appreciate the importance of culture and context in capacity building
• Consider what you might do to build capacity in your community work
• Understand the challenges and benefits of capacity building
• Recognize why capacity building is essential in creating sustained change in communities