community-based

UK: kəˈmjuːnɪti beɪst | US: kəˈmjuːnɪti beɪst

Definition

  1. adj. relating to or involving the active participation of a community

  2. adj. designed to serve or benefit a specific community

Structure
community <social group>based <founded on>
Etymology

The word combines "community," derived from Latin communitas (shared by many), and "based," from Old French baser (to establish). The hyphenated form emerged in the 20th century to describe initiatives rooted in local collaboration, reflecting a shift toward participatory models in social and health programs.

Examples

  1. The clinic offers community-based healthcare services.

  2. She leads a community-based recycling program.

  3. The study focuses on community-based solutions to poverty.

  4. Their approach is deeply community-based and inclusive.

  5. Funding was allocated to community-based arts projects.