Civic Engagement and Sense of Community in the Military

Belonging to a community is often an important part of an individual or family’s well-being and a key source of social support. Relationships between Active Duty Air Force members’ perceptions of community variables (e.g., participation, connection) were examined. Air Force members who felt that there was high community participation, that it was easy to connect in their community, and that there was a shared responsibility and ability to work together reported a greater overall sense of community.