In this class, we have had the opportunity to read seminal works in the field as well as discuss modern approaches to Community Cultural Development. What I’m most excited about, though, is the wealth of resources we have in one another. This class is filled with people who have been in the field or collaborated on projects or researched a particular topic in depth, and this is so invaluable. What this class has taught me is that it is important to understand the basics, but the only way you can really learn is from another human being.

I’m struggling with creating and following a  decolonized and anti-patriarchal approach to organizing, as many groups, organizations, and individuals will only respond to a heirarchical system of leadership, which eliminates community participation. If anyone has any resources or other ideas, I would love to hear them!