Exploring Asset Based Community Development

"We are in village, but we do have lots of resources: different people doing different things, small venues where we can do things together. So it's much more of a network approach, and asset-based development seems to work very well with that approach."

Community Volunteer, East Midlands

Whether you're exploring Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) for the first time or looking to deepen your understanding, our resources can help you reflect on how ABCD principles can be lived out in your everyday life, community, and church.

Our ABCD guide features eight short sections, each with a brief reading and a question for reflection or discussion. The guide can be used on your own or with a group.

You can also watch our series of short films, which explore different themes and show how an ABCD approach can make a positive difference in practice.

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Guide to Exploring Asset Based Community Development

For groups or individuals who want to explore ABCD and think about how they can practice some of the principles in their lives, communities and churches.

7 Ingredients Worksheet

Printable version of the worksheet from section 4 of the Guide to ABCD

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What ABCD means to me (film)

Watch a range of community leaders and practitioners explain what ABCD means to them

Growing Good Course

Now help your church grow new connections and make a difference with the 7 session Growing Good course.