The active involvement of people living together in some form of social organization and cohesion in the planning, operation, and control of primary health care, using local, national and other resources. In community involvement, individuals and families assume responsibility for their and their communities’ health and welfare and develop the capacity to contribute to their own and their communities’ development. (World Health Organization)
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