Final answer:
Engaging in the community allows for greater equity, autonomy, and empowerment, but does not benefit those with power imbalances.
Step-by-step explanation:
Engaging in the community allows us to build greater equity within the community, establish autonomy and gain ownership of our own destiny, and empower community members to be involved in the decision-making process. However, it does NOT keep power imbalances to benefit community members that hold power.