Both settlement movements had a concern with education and the needs of local people. Both made use of clubs and groups as well as more formal educational activities. To these roots must be added the development of village halls. The purpose of community associations 1. To bring individuals together.
Any adult living in the neighbourhood is able to become an individual member.
To bring together the other organizations in the locality. To provide opportunities for leisure-time activities in response to local needs. To provide a basis for an education in democratic practice. All members and groups participate in the process of managing the association's affairs. To see that gaps in community service are filled.