Community Psychology: Seven Core Values
Someone asked me to explain, “What is Community Psychology?”
I said, “It’s complex, but you’ll get it just follow me.
It is about prevention and also intervention
There are seven core values.
Listen close. I will list’em
The first is Individual and family wellness
If you’re thinkin what’s that, I’ll tell ya Well its-
Exactly how it sounds, overall well-being
Of the mind, body, and soul of every human being
For each and every family on God’s green earth
No matter who you are ‘cause we’re so diverse
Respect the Diversity. Appreciate the difference
We’ll have to work together if we’re ever gonna win this
Constant fight for social justice
(Procedural and distributive)
Quit lettin the man fuck us
Disperse the wealth and share the love
This could prevent war when push comes to shove
Build a sense of community and connect with your peers
Find a common goal and overcome your fears
To achieve empowerment we need participation
No one stands alone. The key is collaboration
What is your strength? Bring it to the table
Put willingness back into those who feel unable
It will come time to put change into action
Research first. Don’t half-ass it
When you’re building a house you don’t start pounding
You work from a model. That’s empirical grounding
-B.L.Murray