Community change and persistence: Landaff, New Hampshire.

Abstract

This chapter examines how the small town of Landaff, New Hampshire, has adapted to and withstood change over the last 50 years of the 20th century. It is a study of community persistence in the light of sometimes dramatic social, economic and cultural changes. This study examines Landaff's environment, agricultural and economic development, local perceptions of the community, residents' sense of place and belonging to the community, as well as the ways in which they define their community, and other social characteristics, including levels of social participation and interaction.

Bringing Together Local Culture and Rural Development: Findings from Ireland, Pennsylvania and Alaska

“…Local culture provides a sense of identity for rural communities and residents. This identity provides a basis for common understandings, traditions and values – each of which is central to taking action for improving wellbeing (Williams 1970; Ramsay 1996; Ray 2001; Schmidt et al. 2002).…”

“…Culture contributes to building a sense of local identity and solidarity. It influences the confidence of community members to come together to address specific needs and problems (Wilkinson 1991; Luloff and Swanson 1995; Bridger and Luloff 1999; Schmidt et al. 2002; Brennan et al.…”

“…Culture is a motivating factor in the creation of social identity and serves as a basis for creating cohesion and solidarity. Solidarity is often seen as the central element for uniting and motivating communities (Sorokin 1957; Williams 1970; Durkheim 1984; Bhattacharyya 1995; Schmidt et al. 2002; Salamon 2003).…”

“…2002; Salamon 2003). Solidarity reflects a shared identity, expected conduct and commitment to community (Bhattacharyya 1995; Schmidt et al. 2002).…”

Sustainable Industry, Culture and Community Development: A Case Study of Kampung Batik Laweyan, Indonesia

“…Culture is born from human and social interactions, and in KBL, the batik's culture and tradition contribute to the construction of local identity and unity. This influences community members' trust to work together on specific needs and problems (Bridger & Luloff, 1999;Schmidt et al, 2002;Basiroen & Kana, 2019), making the batik traditions and activities in KBL inseparable from their way of life. In KBL, a typical extensive approach of culture-centred development materialises by applying several best practices adopted from its local cultural heritage, which is batik.…”