About This Book
This document expands upon research related to the spiritual dimension of
development endeavors, generating further insights into how communities make
use of concepts and principles, such as the oneness of humankind and humanity’s
interconnectedness with nature, in their efforts to contribute towards the common
good. This study focuses on the creation of strong networks of social support and
the management of water-related challenges within the context of informal
settlements, which provide a rich setting to illustrate the link between beliefs and
interactions in a shared geographical space.
