What happens during the "Community integration" phase?

The "Community integration" phase primarily involves working closely with community members to implement programs. This phase emphasizes collaboration and partnership between the program participants and the community to ensure that the initiatives are tailored to the specific needs and context of the community. By engaging with community members, individuals can better understand local values, cultures, and priorities, which helps in creating more effective and sustainable programs. Active involvement allows for feedback and adaptation of the program as it unfolds, fostering a sense of ownership and commitment among community members.

Other phases, such as identifying community needs, conducting assessments, or establishing project timelines, are typically associated with earlier or preparatory stages of community engagement and development. These activities serve as foundational steps that lead to the integration phase, but the essence of community integration is the direct collaboration and participatory approach in implementing plans already developed from those prior assessments.