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Unit 4: Community, social movements and social change
Quick questions on Social capital and sense of belonging in community: VCE Sociology
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What is defining social capital?Show answer
Social capital refers to the resources, benefits and value that flow from social networks, built on norms of trust and reciprocity. The idea, associated with sociologists including Robert Putnam, is that connections between people are themselves a form of capital: they help people cooperate, share resources, get things done and support one another.
What is sense of belonging?Show answer
A sense of belonging is the subjective, felt side of community. It is the experience of being accepted, valued and connected, of feeling that this is my community and these are my people. Belonging is built through participation, shared identity, recognition and inclusion. It is closely tied to wellbeing, because people who feel they belong are more engaged and supported.
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