Community recognition
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Community recognition happens when people in a communal or social group think you have done a notable thing, whether good or bad. Generally it is a form of meritorious acknowledgement, often related to informal or formal awards and/or celebrations, such as the annual Phoenix, Arizona Community Recognition Awards and related breakfast.[1] Compensation may or may not be part of the recognition, and such compensation may be monetary or non-monetary. The core of it is to bring attention to and comment upon the contributions made to the community.
In The Forms of Capital (1986) Pierre Bourdieu distinguishes between three forms of capital: economic capital, cultural capital and social capital. He defines social capital as "the aggregate of the actual or potential resources which are linked to possession of a durable network of more or less institutionalized relationships of mutual acquaintance and recognition."[2] Thus, community recognition can be defined as a form of social capital.
Recognition by community members, whether by subordinates, peers or superiors, is also part of motivation theory.[3] The reward of an individual creates a positive feedback loop, incenting them, and others who are inspired by their deeds and by the positive reinforcement of the community, to continue contributing, or join in to build upon such efforts.
[edit] References
- ^ 2006 Community Recognition Awards. Retrieved on January 16, 2007.
- ^ The Forms of Capital. Retrieved on January 15, 2007.
- ^ Origins of Motivation Theory. Retrieved on January 15, 2007.
