14/06/2026
๐ What If We Looked at Our Community Differently? ๐
Recently, our Community Development Coordinator attended a workshop that challenged us to think differently about community development.
Often, organisations focus on what a community needs, what's missing, or what problems need solving.
But what if we flipped that thinking on its head?
What if we focused on what our community already HAS?
When we look around Llanharan, Brynna, Bryncae and the surrounding area, we see something pretty amazing.
๐งโ๐ซ We see retired teachers with a lifetime of knowledge to share.
๐งโ๐พ We see gardeners who can transform neglected spaces into places full of life.
๐งถ We see knitters, artists, crafters and makers passing on skills and bringing people together.
๐ธ We see youth workers, carers, cooks, photographers, builders, business owners and volunteers.
๐ท We see people who are brilliant at organising events, fixing things, listening, welcoming others and making people feel part of something.
Every one of those skills is an asset, even if you think it's just a hobby.Every person has something valuable to offer.
This approach is called Asset Based Community Development (ABCD). Instead of focusing on what we don't have, we focus on the strengths, talents, passions and experiences that already exist within our community.
When local people share their skills and knowledge, incredible things happen.
๐ณ Our Eco-Hub and Community Allotment is growing because volunteers shared their time and expertise.
๐บ๏ธ Our community groups thrive because people bring their hobbies, ideas and enthusiasm.
โค๏ธ Our services are stronger because local people care enough to get involved.
So this week we would love to celebrate our community.
๐ Tell us in the comments:
โจ What skill, hobby or talent do you have? โจ What do you enjoy doing?
โจ Do you run a local business or have a trade?
โจ Is there something you'd love to share with others?
Tag your business, club, group or organisation too. We would love to shine a spotlight on the amazing people and organisations that make our community such a special place.
Who knows? A simple comment could spark a new friendship, a new community project, a volunteering opportunity or a chance to help someone else learn something new.
Strong communities aren't built by organisations alone. They're built by people.
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