Items:

Dimension 1. Self-efficacy
1. I have the knowledge and skills to influence the community
2. I have the ability to impact my community in important ways
3. I have confidence in my capabilities to make needed changes in my community
4. I am able to affect the area in which I live
5. I can influence community members to take actions on important issues
6. I have the knowledge and skills to gather information relevant to my community
7. I know I can make a difference in my community

Dimension 2. Intention
8. I want to get involved in my community
9. I am willing to get involved in my community
10. I am going to get involved in my community
11. I intend to take action in my community

Dimension 3. Participation
12. I participate in community activities
13. I am involved in my community
14. I volunteer for community projects

Dimension 4. Motivation
15. I think it is important for me to get involved in my community
16. I feel that efforts to address community issues are worthwhile
17. I am motivated to get involved in my community

Dimension 5. Critical awareness
18. I think that the problems in my community are serious

Response options:
Five point rating scale ranging from 1 = "strongly agree" (the most favorable perception) to 5= "strongly disagree" (the most unfavorable perception).