More trust and appreciation among residents.

Intra-community trust is a major component of livability. Research shows that by collaborating on art-making and beautification efforts that benefit a shared neighborhood, residents can increase feelings of trust and appreciation of each other.

Williams, Deidre. 1995. Creating social capital : a study of the long-term benefits from community based arts funding. Adelaide, S. Aust.: Community Arts Network of South Australia.

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