Community mapping introduces new concepts to individuals about their respective communities. These maps can identify new sustainable projects or developments occurring allowing them to be aware of important changes within their society. The creation and use of the maps increases social capital of the community allowing individuals of different ages and backgrounds to participate together. Within the Common Ground Community Mapping Project website they explain that the map can be used to link natural and human environments, as well as connecting eco and cultural resources. The maps also are used in putting a new 'perspective ' on the community in which they live.
I found the Green Map of Victoria interesting especially since they had the initiative to include original First Nation names of the different areas. This is information that many people, including me, do not know and would not necessarily come across in our daily lives. It is important to link the different cultures of a community in order for all individuals to work towards a common goal. I think that is the key to any change that is needed.
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