Tagged With "Breaks My Heart"

Hi All, I have just recently become a member of the ACE's in Ireland group here online. I hope you will be patient with me as I navigate my way around the site as I am not very technical. I am delighted to have found this community and I look forward to learning from you all. I have recently taken up the role of community development officer in my community. The community has many social issues such as crime, poverty, high unemployment and a high rate of early school leavers and very low...

Hi Ann, A big welcome to the page. You need not worry about anyone to be patient with you - you are perfect just where you are - although the situation could not be more serious : we ARE in the middle of a crisis and emergency, the house IS on fire and our boat is very shaky. Just trust that your heart and enthusiasm will get us through. There may be people here or there who can advise you on how they " implemented this approach to community development " - but I say : follow your instinct,...