scholarly journals Using University-Community Partnerships to Stem Environmental Inequities and Injustice

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ralph Gallo ◽  
Consuela Amos
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Justice ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Theoretical Perspective ◽  
Computer Training ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Community Resources ◽  
Access To Technology ◽  
University Community

The purpose of this paper, therefore, is to discuss the roots of the movement by reviewing the following: (1) theoretical perspective of community engagement, (2) the environmental justice movement and (3) the challenges of the environmental justice movement that can be addressed through effective collaborations between universities and the communities they serve. A survey design was used to collect and analyze the data. Two hundred out of four hundred and twenty five participants elected to participate in this study. Statistically significant differences were found in the perceptions regarding exposure to environmental waste, preventive technology, community resources, personal access to technology, community lab access, computer training classes and empowerment through technology.

scholarly journals A Critical Approach to University-Community Partnerships: Reflecting on the Diverse Realities

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Heloise Sathorar ◽  
Deldre Geduld
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Critical Approach ◽  
Contested Space ◽  
The Core ◽  
Self Study ◽  
Engagement Process ◽  
Study Methodology ◽  
University Community

Postapartheid South Africa has seen a greater focus on community engagement by universities, and its inclusion as one of the core focus areas of higher education in addition to teaching and research. This focus on engagement with the community was ignited by a requirement to enhance the university's social responsibility through establishing partnerships with the communities it serves. Higher education institutions have traditionally positioned themselves in engagement projects as the singular organisation that has knowledge to offer when compared to what the community can offer. In this paper, we propose a critical engagement process to enhance collaboration in engagement projects. Our qualitative study resides in a critical theory paradigm, and we used drawings as well as narrative free writing to reflect and explore our perceptions regarding community engagement. We used the collaborative self-study methodology because it provides opportunities for critical and self-critical reflection that could lead us to discovering valuable insights, as well as provide suggestions on how to enhance university community partnerships. Our findings suggest that, despite legislation and efforts to enhance university community engagement, this remains a contested space where power relations, inequality, and claims to knowledge ownership continue to pose challenges.

Facilitating Active Citizenship in Students Through the Strengthening of University-Community Partnerships

2019 ◽  
pp. 904-933
Author(s):  
Rika Swanzen ◽  
Victoria L. Graham
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Active Citizenship ◽  
Research And Teaching ◽  
Field Supervisors ◽  
University Community

In South Africa, the integration of community engagement into research and teaching roles is mandated through policy guidelines, which created the need for transformation of Higher Education (HE) since the late 1990s. One approach that allows such integration is service-learning and this approach is the focus of a research study conducted with field supervisors to determine the level of reciprocal engagement experienced by them. Communication plays a strong role in authentic university-community partnerships (UCPs) and Monash South Africa is cognisant of the challenges encountered with regard to diversity during placements or internships, some of which were discovered through the study. The ultimate aim of the chapter is to offer some recommendations for having a student-engaged and community-focused curriculum with reflections on its internationality and inter-disciplinary impact.

scholarly journals Levels and networks in community partnerships: A framework informed by our overseas partners

2013 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas Klak ◽  
Emma Gaalaas Mullaney
Keyword(s):  
Community Engagement ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Lower Intensity ◽  
Community Partners ◽  
Caribbean Country ◽  
Eastern Caribbean ◽  
And Function ◽  
University Community

The literature defines successful university-community partnerships as those that are long-term, deep, and multi-dimensional. Our findings, on the contrary, suggest that partnership success can occur at all levels of intensity. Lower-intensity partnerships often contribute crucially to the overall success of the community engagement project, and function as necessary support scaffolding for higher-level partnerships. Relatively few studies have sought to understand university-community partnerships from the perspectives of community partners, so we draw evidence from interviews with our partners in the Eastern Caribbean country of Dominica. We believe instructors can increase the success of their off-campus teaching by deploying our conceptualization of partnership levels and scaffolding.

Facilitating Active Citizenship in Students through the Strengthening of University-Community Partnerships

2016 ◽  
pp. 284-312
Author(s):  
Rika Swanzen ◽  
Victoria L. Graham
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Active Citizenship ◽  
Research And Teaching ◽  
Field Supervisors ◽  
University Community

In South Africa, the integration of community engagement into research and teaching roles is mandated through policy guidelines, which created the need for transformation of Higher Education (HE) since the late 1990s. One approach that allows such integration is service-learning and this approach is the focus of a research study conducted with field supervisors to determine the level of reciprocal engagement experienced by them. Communication plays a strong role in authentic university-community partnerships (UCPs) and Monash South Africa is cognisant of the challenges encountered with regard to diversity during placements or internships, some of which were discovered through the study. The ultimate aim of the chapter is to offer some recommendations for having a student-engaged and community-focused curriculum with reflections on its internationality and inter-disciplinary impact.

Building a university-community partnership to promote high school graduation and beyond

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ann B. Brewster ◽  
Paul Pisani ◽  
Max Ramseyer ◽  
Jack Wise
Keyword(s):  
Community Engagement ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Research University ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Community Relations ◽  
Team Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Community Needs ◽  
University Community

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe a new conceptual model integrating research, university-community partnerships, and an innovative undergraduate team approach to more effectively and efficiently address social problems while enhancing university-community relations and providing valuable learning experiences for students. Design/methodology/approach – The paper describes the rationale for, and the key components, steps, and activities involved in piloting the conceptual model of university-community engagement. The model integrates research, community engagement, and undergraduate development and education along with ongoing evaluation by the relevant stakeholders. Findings – As illustrated in a brief case study presentation, the model has significant promise in meeting several university and community objectives simultaneously. Specifically, it focusses on community needs by addressing a mutually agreed upon social issue, it builds and strengthens university-community relationships as a partnership of equals, and it promotes undergraduate development and learning in a way that integrates knowledge and service to society. Specific outcomes in each area are summarized. Practical implications – This approach is a viable option for university and college professors interested in synthesizing several important foci: research, developing and sustaining university-community partnerships, and undergraduate development and learning. Originality/value – The initial experience with the model indicates that it is an efficient and effective means for colleges and universities to simultaneously meet the goals of education, individual and collective citizenship, community engagement, and research productivity.

Prevention Support through University-Community Partnerships

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Maras ◽  
C. Reiger ◽  
R. Rokusek ◽  
K. Conaway ◽  
J. Mosher ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Community Partnerships ◽  
University Community
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