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Area of Science:

  • Community Health
  • Urban Planning
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Assessing community leadership is crucial for understanding local capacity to improve health and inclusivity.
  • West Louisville faces significant economic challenges, including high poverty and unemployment rates, necessitating effective leadership for equitable solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To pilot a quantitative instrument designed to measure community leadership perceptions within an assessment framework.
  • To evaluate resident perceptions of leadership strength, effectiveness, trust, communication, community building, and development across five key sectors.

Main Methods:

  • A 14-item Likert-type survey was administered to assess resident perceptions of leadership.
  • Participants were drawn from various community sectors in Louisville/Jefferson County, Kentucky, with a focus on West Louisville.

Main Results:

  • A majority of respondents perceived strong leadership across the five sectors, though with notable variations in perceived quality.
  • City leadership (Mayor's Office, Metro Council) received largely positive perceptions, while the education sector reflected noted tensions.

Conclusions:

  • Perceptions of community leadership are vital for gauging local capacity for health improvement and inclusive community voice.
  • The instrument provides valuable data for strengthening community capacity, fostering relationships, and implementing equitable solutions.
  • Leaders can use this tool to refine their approaches to leadership and equity in diverse community settings.