An organization rooted in and led by the community it serves, recognized for its trustworthiness and effectiveness in representing the interests of local residents. CBOs provide services such as education, community engagement, and convening, and are characterized by deep resident involvement. Key features include: operating offices located within the community; issues and priorities identified by residents; solutions developed collaboratively with the community; and residents playing leadership roles in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
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