bendruomeni
Bendruomenė is a social unit defined by sustained social interaction among members who share a place, interests, values, or identity. It can form around geography (a neighborhood or village), kinship, culture, religion, or common goals.
Within sociology, bendruomenė provides social ties, mutual aid, norm transmission, and a sense of belonging. It
Types of bendruomenė include geographic communities (neighborhoods or towns), identity-based communities (ethnic, cultural, linguistic, or religious
Communities may be informal, rooted in voluntary associations and informal networks, or formal, with written statutes,
Functions commonly include social support and care, socialization of children and newcomers, cultural continuity, civic participation,
Challenges include internal conflicts, norms that exclude outsiders, unequal access to resources, coordination costs, and risks
Because of these dynamics, the strength and resilience of a bendruomenė often depend on inclusive leadership,