What forces have been changing communities in the UK ?

Required Task You are required to write an essay, 2,000 words Title of essay: What forces have been changing communities in the UK and what effect have such changes had on the health of communities? Required Task You are required to write an essay, 2,000 words Title of essay: What forces have been changing communities in the UK and what effect have such changes had on the health of communities? Background The concept of community is frequently referred in contemporary public and social practice but there are a number of competing definitions of it. In its traditional sense the idea of a community refers to a sense of belonging or identification in a place or neighbourhood. However there are much broader understandings of such concepts – shared interests, social networks, relationships, global, technology and so on. On a national and local level the concept of community initiatives has been frequently promoted as a method to improve social cohesion and overall health and wellbeing, although this is not without criticism, referring to the dark side of the community. Requirement Write an essay, 2000 words, in which you: Develop a broad understanding of various definitions of communities within a historical, geographical, social, cultural and religious context • Explain how the definition and concept of community changes within the context it is referred to and how there are many competing definitions. Explain current developments in UK communities and the processes which appear to be reshaping it • Using relevant recent research studies and statistical data explaining how UK communities are changing and underlying reasons for such changes Examine issues of social and cultural diversity within the context of community cohesion and provision of services • Examine how communities are changing and developing, socially and culturally, and the impact this has on social inclusion and cohesion. Consider how this impacts on community services to promote health and well being Outline the role of social capital in developing community well being • Referring to theoretical frameworks (Bordieau, Coleman and/or Putnam) outline what is social capital and how they explain it is promoting community well-being 1. Develop a broad understanding of various definitions of communities within a historical, geographical, social, cultural and religious context 2. Explain current developments in UK communities and the processes which appear to be reshaping them 3. Outline the role of social capital in developing community well being 4. Examine issues of social and cultural diversity within the context of community cohesion and provision of services Guidance notes and considerations Refer to your learning in this module to demonstrate and highlight your understanding. Ensure you show evidence of wider reading and use Harvard referencing throughout. Apply the concepts and your understanding of communities to the family in the case study. Use good clear academic writing style throughout (proof read your work). Ensure your essay has a good academic essay structure.