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Community spirit can bring people a sense of belonging and togetherness, and offer support and help in difficult moments.<\/p>\n<p>Community can also promote people&#8217;s well-being and health, as it can reduce loneliness and increase social support. Community spirit can also promote cooperation and the pursuit of the common good, as well as create opportunities for new friendships and networks.<\/p>\n<p>Sources: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thl.fi\/fi\/web\/mental-health-promotion\/h\u00e4tesollyssit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">THL<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kirkonulkomaanapu.fi\/mita-on-yhetisollyssett\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kirkon Ulkomaanapu<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Community is a concept that refers to communal activity and interaction between people. It describes how people come together and form a community where they share values, norms and goals. 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