Theory - Group Behavior
Definition - Born out of Lewin's research in the 1950s, Group Behavior theory essentially states that people will support things they helped create.
Evergreen State College. (n.d.) Community Development Theories. Retrieved from http://www.evergreen.edu/housing/RAManual/section2.2combuild.htm
Application - This theory is particularly apt to community development because it speaks to the importance of community ownership of development projects. Community members need to be involved from the very beginning of development projects, including coming up with the community issues that need solutions. This involvement will help ensure the project's success because the community will work hard to ensure it succeeds.
Alternate Application - Parents could use Group Behavior Theory to plan activities with their kids. Giving their kids choices and let them make their own decisions will give their kids agency and ensure buy-in to the activities.
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