IDeA (improvement and development agency in the UK) published 'A glass half-full: how an asset approach can improve community health and well-being'.
The first part of this useful resource builds a case for taking an asset-based approach, and what it means for individuals trying to build healthy communities. It also looks at the evidence base for using an asset approach.
The second part of the resource describes a number of asset building techniques including asset mapping, asset based community development (ABCD), appreciative inquiry, storytelling, world cafe, participatory appraisal and open space.
If you are a community builder - this is a resource for you.
