localinvolvement
nounUK /ˈləʊ.kəl ɪnˈvɒlv.mənt/
US /ˈloʊ.kəl ɪnˈvɑːlv.mənt/
When people who live in a place join in to help make their area better.
The new park was built thanks to local involvement from families and shop owners.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The act of taking part in activities within one's own town or area.
Local involvement in the school fair made the event a big success.
3. A policy of including nearby residents in decisions about their area.
The council promised more local involvement before approving the new road.
4. The state of being connected to the community where you live.
Her local involvement grew after she joined the neighborhood watch.