A Community who plays together, stays together.

In order for sustainable communities, big or small, to maintain themselves, its members must be committed to the overall concepts and processes of sustainability. Sustainable communities, more often then not, are not kept by government parties or officials, but kept by the people who care about living sustainable lives. Having views of living better lives for their own general welfare and environment is what holds the bonds between community members together. Social unity is a cornerstone for sustainable communities. people who work together towards a common goal will feel invested into the community they belong to and have reason to thrive within that community. Instructional seminars and community service projects are just a few examples members in a sustainable community can work together to achieve a common goal. Not only will these events create tighter bonds between members, but they often result in a beneficial outcome. Examples could include community gardens, recycling initiatives, bio-fuel education classes, and/or fundraisers. Working on community projects not only builds strong bonds, but increases education towards sustainable living where outsiders are also encouraged to participate. This practice not only educates the community, young and old, but sparks new interests towards sustainable living in the minds of its neighbors.

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