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outreach

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈaʊˌtɹitʃ// out·reach

n. the act of reaching out to help or involve people in a community. You use this when an organization tries to connect with people who might need their services.

n. an activity or program designed to provide services or information to a specific community, particularly those who are underserved or marginalized. Often used in the context of social work, healthcare, or corporate social responsibility.


SIMPLE

The library started a new outreach program for local children.

CONTEXTUAL

The hospital's community outreach includes free health screenings and nutrition workshops for families in the neighborhood.

COMPLEX

Effective community outreach requires a sustained commitment to building trust with local leaders rather than simply distributing information through impersonal digital channels.

Origin

From out- + reach.

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