As far as creating systemic change in our community to address the root issues of poverty, nothing is more urgent than this work that I urge for community investment! When we empower people through localized initiatives, we create the circumstances for resilience and self-reliance, and that is good for everyone. It not only moves individuals and leaders to take action that matters to the community but also fosters a sense of collective responsibility and solidarity.

For them, that’s about experiencing bold, blue-sky dreams made into reality and being encouraged to reconnect with personalized, community-centered projects back in their communities. At a higher level, effective community strategies can become models for the region and even lead to policy revisions and systemic change. In the end, to emphasis community-based initiatives will not only advance day-to-day life in a local sense, it will also help show everyone coming together.