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community mapping

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Community mapping is a participatory research methodology and planning tool wherein community members collaboratively generate spatial representations to document indigenous or local knowledge, assets, concerns, and social-ecological relationships within their locale. This process serves to empower communities, facilitate locally-driven analysis, and inform decision-making or advocacy regarding environmental, social, or developmental issues.

Top Authors

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JP

Palacký University Olomouc

SE

University of Washington

PL

Wayne State University

SJ

National Cancer Institute

TH

Jackson Laboratory

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Pennsylvania State University

State College, United States

Georgia State University

Atlanta, United States