Maybe we can turn this into a new approach where the focus is more on building community and developing better understanding among all people.

The process of building community offers an opportunity to share experience, faith and hope.

New Jersey's building community does not seem too worried about developers' losing land because of the taxes.

Instead they focus on the other facets the week is famous for: having a carefree good time and building community.

"The whole experience was a great way of building community," Judy Goldman says.

When companies begin to focus on building communities, it makes a powerful impact that forges emotional bonds.

There are various guidelines for the general building community to follow, but builders do not have to follow them, he said.

Youth Pride organizers also point to the value in building community and supporting young people, since they are more likely to be bullied.

It also created monthly newsletters about such topics as recycling, home gardening, and building community.