Community recognition is the acknowledgement by a community or social group of a notable achievement. It is often followed by awards and celebrations, such as the annual

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Community Recognition Awards and related breakfast. The core of it is to bring attention to the contributions made to the community. In ''The Forms of Capital'' (1986)

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distinguishes between three forms of capital: economic capital,

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and social capital. He defines social capital as "the aggregate of the actual or potential resources which are linked to possession of a durable network of more or less institutionalized relationships of mutual acquaintance and recognition." Thus, community recognition can be defined as a form of social capital. Recognition by community members, whether by subordinates, peers or superiors, is also part of motivation theory. The reward of an individual creates a

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, incenting them, and others who are inspired by their deeds and by the

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of the community, to continue contributing, or join in to build upon such efforts.

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