The Evolution of Human Cooperation and Community Development: A Greener Approach to Understanding the Dynamics of Conflict - Hardcover

by August John Hoffman (Author), Michelle Filkins (Author), Saul Alamilla (Author)

Communities today face unprecedented racial tension, conflict, and turmoil. Social unrest, political rhetoric, authoritarian rulers, and economic disparities contribute to unprecedented levels of community violence and extremism. The Evolution of Human Cooperation and Community Development: A Greener Approach to Understanding the Dynamics of Conflict proposes a more comprehensive and community-oriented approach to address conflict through the development of community resources and ecologically sustainable green space programs, such as community gardening programs. The authors draw on empirical research to identify how resources may be utilized to promote increased positive intergroup contact and provide greater collaboration among community residents. This book provides the essential interpersonal mechanisms to achieve a more resilient, empowered, and peaceful community.

Author Biography

August John Hoffman is professor of psychology at Metropolitan State University.

Michelle Filkins is professor and reference and instruction librarian at Metropolitan State University.

Saul Alamilla is associate professor in the Department of Psychological Science at Kennesaw State University.