The Five-Pillar Methodology: A Crucial Approach for a Successful Community Service Project

Dobashi Nunes, L; Dobashi Nunes, E; Rodrigues de Lima, E; Ronaldo Nunes

doi:10.46336/ijrcs.v5i1.540

The Five-Pillar Methodology: A Crucial Approach for a Successful Community Service Project

Dobashi Nunes, L, Dobashi Nunes, E, Rodrigues de Lima, E, Ronaldo Nunes

Abstract

The five-pillar methodology has been applied in the community service project Gonçalinho in Brazil. This paper provides an extension and guidelines on how to apply our methodology as a foundation for a successful general community service project. Further advice regarding step-by-step approach will be provided. Behind the five-pillar methodology, a central point related to education as a foundation and lessons learned for life will be pointed out. Important aspects regarding challenges, strategies and future trends will be addressed. Finally, additional examples based on a real community service project will be highlighted.

Keywords

Five-pillars methodology, Gonçalinho project, community service, and education

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.46336/ijrcs.v5i1.540