Toolkits and Best Practices
Asset-Based Community Development Toolkit
The Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Toolkit on the Community Research Collaborative website offers a comprehensive set of tools designed to help communities focus on their strengths and assets rather than their deficits. The toolkit includes resources such as ABCD Talking Point Tools, Asset Mapping Tools, and Facilitating Tools. These resources aim to present the principles of ABCD, guide the asset mapping process, and facilitate community development efforts. The ABCD approach emphasizes leveraging local skills, associations, and institutions to build stronger, more sustainable communities. The toolkit is a valuable resource for community organizers, leaders, and anyone interested in fostering community-driven development.