Community Development

Gloria Barrett, Advisor

The advisor in community development work with civic organizations, groups and public bodies that are engaged with public issues. The intended outcome is that a decision will be made and that action will be taken to have a long-term impact on the social, economic and environmental well being of the community.   Extension education seeks to increase community members' capacities and understanding of the forces impacting their community, to offer processes to build upon community assets, and to provide options for community and economic development. 

 

Sacramento community development projects include training in-home caregivers, issues of seniors, healthy homes program in the Hmong community and lifestyle awareness program within faith-based groups.