The ABCD Framework

At the Egan Office, the ABCD framework plays a vital role. ABCD stands for "Asset-Based Community Development" and it helps us create and further develop programs in the communities we serve. On this page, you will learn more about the fundamental principles and practices of taking ABCD community building and organizing it into action. You will also gain a better understanding of local community perspectives and resources that will help you explore the supports and connections within a community. 

Why this framework?

In our society, we often approach an issue by first looking at what is "wrong." We focus on the deficit.