Social harmony and community wellbeing

Abstract

Social harmony and community wellbeing are two important concepts that are closely intertwined. Social harmony refers to the peaceful coexistence of individuals and groups within a society, while community wellbeing refers to the overall health and prosperity of a community. When social harmony is present, people are able to live and work together in a way that is respectful and cooperative, and this can contribute to the overall wellbeing of the community. Both terms are important in social work, particularly in community social work practice. Both are important agendas in many of the international and Asian social work policies. The combination of these two concepts has direct links with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly the Goals 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, and 11.The concept of social harmony is rarely addressed in community-based social work and social development fields in academic research though this is one of the core aspects. Social harmony means all sorts of social ties, networking and relationships that help to bring all efforts into the community. Social harmony is considered an essential element for collective actions and social peace that helps to strengthen community efforts. This is a powerful tool for a community-based and institutional policy agenda, such as reducing poverty and social inequality, utilization of local resources, and so on. On the other hand, community wellbeing has been widely addressed in academic research and policy implications in social sciences as well as social work. Community wellbeing content has been evidenced in many studies and policy agendas on social inequality, health inequality, regional disparity, international labour migration, disasters and climate change, and so on.One way that social harmony can be promoted is through education and awareness campaigns that teach people about the importance of diversity and inclusion. These campaigns can help people to understand and appreciate the different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences of others, which can lead to more tolerance and understanding within a community. Another way to promote social harmony is through the establishment of community organizations and programs that bring people together for a common goal. For example, community centers, sports teams, and volunteering organizations can all provide opportunities for people to interact with one another in a positive and productive way. This can help to build relationships and foster a sense of community pride and belonging, which can in turn contribute to social harmony. In addition to promoting social harmony, it is also important to focus on improving community wellbeing. This can be achieved through a variety of methods, such as providing access to quality healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. When people have access to these resources, they are more likely to be healthy, educated, and financially stable, which can lead to a higher quality of life for the entire community. Furthermore, investing in infrastructure and public service...

Da'wah for Social Justice: Creating Awareness of Social Issues Through a Religious Approach

“…Social justice is a goal fought to achieve harmony and well-being in society (Islam, 2023), thus making this study very relevant to examine how da'wah can contribute substantially to create awareness and actions that support this goal. In the Islamic view, social justice is the main goal in building a harmonious and sustainable society (Abdullah, Al-Amin, Ur-Rahman, Baharuddin, & Ahmad, 2017).…”