community power
/kəˌmjuːnɪti ˈpaʊər/ · com·mu·ni·ty pow·er
noun
- The collective ability or influence of a community to effect change or achieve a common goal. The community power of the neighborhood association helped to secure funding for a new community center.
- The distribution of power or influence within a community, often reflecting social, economic, or cultural dynamics. The community power structure in the city was characterized by a small group of wealthy elites holding significant influence over local politics.
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Did you know? The concept of community power has been studied extensively in the fields of sociology and politics, with notable researchers such as Robert Dahl and Mancur Olson contributing to our understanding of how communities exercise power and influence.