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Book SynopsisThis cutting-edge text explores the intersection of CED and social work practice
Trade ReviewWe now know that a rising tide does not lift all boats. As inequality has grown, economic development aimed at specific, low income neighborhoods is even more important than when the field first developed in the 1960s. This book provides a very comprehensive introduction to the varieties of economic development strategies, quite specific guidance on how to implement them, and good case studies to see this all in context. Part history, part manual, and part call to action, this book will be useful to all who want to make a difference in America's growing number of poor neighborhoods. -- Wim Wiewel, president, Portland State University A long-overdue book that is realistic and does not minimize the significant challenges facing poor and isolated communities. Yet, at the same time, it is hopeful in capturing the energy, optimism, and successes in community-building initiatives across the United States. -- Margaret S. Sherraden, University of Missouri-St. Louis Soifer, McNeely, Costa, and O'Brien's introduction to Community Economic Development in Social Work is as comprehensive as it is timely. Focusing on the 'role of community' and of 'community organizing,' they build on the untold history of community development and leaven that with a comprehensive and insightful discussion of what community economic development is, how it evolved, and how it works. Community Economic Development in Social Work should be read by anyone interested in confronting the growing economic disparities that plague our society-a set of interrelated issues that must be addressed if our society and economic system are to thrive. The book is one that goes beyond the traditional boundaries of social work and should be read by any agent of social change or advocate of equitable development and a just society. -- Ronald Shiffman, Pratt Graduate Center for Planning and the Environment, Pratt Institute School of Architecture An important book that fills a gap in community development literature, demonstrating the juxtaposition of community development theories and practice in social work. More important, it traces our history in community development from its origins in civil rights, women's rights, labor organizing, and civic boosterism to community building, where we are today. -- Diane Lupke, president, Diane Lupke and Associates
Table of ContentsPreface Part I: Settings and Framework 1. What Is Community Economic Development? Case Study: Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation 2. Social Workers and Community Economic Development Case Study: New Community Corporation 3. The Making and Unmaking of Cities and Neighborhoods Case Study: Warren/Connor Development Corporation 4. History of Community Economic Development: The Nineteenth Century to Lyndon Johnson 5. History of Community Economic Development: Richard Nixon to Barack Obama Case Study: Chicanos por la Causa Part II: Strategy, Organization, and Success 6. Choosing a Strategy Case Study: Marshall Heights Community Development Organization 7. A Taxonomy of Community Development Corporations Case Study: Coalition of the Hungry and Homeless of Brevard County, Florida, Inc. Part III: Tools of Development 8. Investing in Human Capital Case Study: New Economics for Women 9. Building High-Performance Organizations Case Study: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation 10. Real Estate: Developing Physical Capital Case Study: Intercommunity Mercy Housing 11. Financial Capital: Business Development and Financial Infrastructure 12. Lobbying and Advocacy Part IV: Putting It All Together 13. Expanding Social and Political Capital Case Study: Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative 14. Special Challenges in Community Development: Racism and Regionalism 15. Community Building: A New Synthesis 16. Conclusion Appendix I: Anymidwest City Exercise References Index
