On October 24 (Thursday), the project leader, Director Min-Da Zhuang, along with the project team, conducted a community social network survey interview with 33 volunteers and residents from the Minquan Community Development Association. The following are the key findings from the interview: During this community interview activity, community members showed great enthusiasm for local revitalization. Through their participation in various activities, the cooperation and trust among residents gradually strengthened. Activities such as community implementation, art creation, and volunteer training provided rich opportunities for interaction, fostering closer connections among residents. These activities not only promoted internal cooperation within the community but also made significant progress in improving the community's environment and fostering cultural innovation. In particular, art therapy courses were widely welcomed by community residents. Participants expressed that these activities not only alleviated daily life stress but also created more opportunities for mutual communication, further enhancing the community's cultural identity. Those who participated in these art creation activities commonly reported that the courses helped improve the community atmosphere and had a positive impact on their personal mental health. These activities also helped residents rediscover the value of the community through creativity and culture, making them appreciate the place they live in even more. Through the professional support of Taipei University, residents not only had the chance to engage in more community activities but also had opportunities to explore further development prospects, thereby boosting the community's overall development. This professional support was not limited to providing resources but also included specific guidance on activity planning and execution, enabling residents to engage in community practices in a more professional and systematic way. Under the guidance of these activities, more and more residents actively participated in community practices, which gradually strengthened the sense of responsibility within the community. Many participants mentioned that taking part in these activities deepened their understanding of the community and sparked their enthusiasm for participating in public affairs. The sense of involvement in these activities made them feel they were contributing to the community, which further reinforced their sense of belonging and promoted mutual understanding and support among residents. On the other hand, the volunteer training activities also cultivated more members in the community willing to take on responsibilities. These training activities not only enhanced residents' leadership skills but also helped them organize and promote community activities more effectively in their daily lives. Many interviewees expressed that these activities filled them with confidence about the future development of the community. Especially after witnessing the collaborative network gradually forming within the community, they became even more convinced that, through such cooperative efforts, the future development of the community would be even brighter. Overall, these activities not only enhanced internal cohesion within the community but also allowed residents to find their sense of self-worth through participation, further promoting the community's sustainable development. Through these activities, residents became more aware of the community's potential and the possibilities for its future development, making them more willing to invest their time and energy into more community-building efforts, contributing to future local revitalization and sustainable development.

Implemented by Center for Teaching and Learning Development
Date: 2024/10/24