What is a Border? When you think of the word ‘border’ is it the boundary between countries, the markings on a map, or an invisible line that keeps groups of people separated? In addition to geographic borders, we are often exposed to social, economic and cultural borders. They encircle communities in every cosmopolitan city in every country. These borders can isolate and frustrate those of us inside, limiting the potential benefits for all of us on the outside.
To help communities in-need, we need to stretch a hand across these borders and make a connection inside communities. This allows us to facilitate meaningful processes that address challenging issues and problems within communities. The results? Everything from communities designing a community newsletter to strengthen internal communications to the formation of a school liaison that builds bridges. All is possible.
Look around where you live? What groups can you see behind a border? What is being done to help them solve their problems? Could you contact some of the leaders in that community? Could you tell them about FWB? Would it feel good to start an FWB project with community leaders in your hometown?
Think about it and contact us- that’s FWB at its best.
