Community mapping practices many types of research including observation, internet, and print media searches, as well as interviews with family, friends, and community leaders who become collaborators with you on your efforts.
- Learn the geography and layout of your local area
- Determine areas of need for people, other animals, and the environment
- Identify resources that may support efforts to meet community needs
- Form a deeper commitment and resulting empathy towards the people, other animals, and the environment that makes up your community
TIME REQUIREMENT
2 hours minimum, suggested multi-day/week project
MATERIALS
- Internet
- Access to Esri ArcGIS or Google My Maps
COMPASSIONATE TRAITS PRACTICED
- Thinks Critically
- Empathetic
- Collaborates & Communicates Openly
- Introspective
