Contexts of development refers to the interrelated conditions in which development occurs. Culture, family, and ethnic group are three (3) of the major contexts that have an effect on development. Other things that have an effect or influnce on development are: work organizations, community settings, child care programs, schools, religious groups, community clubs, athletic teams. cities, counties, states, and nations. Additonal factors are: economic, and historical factors like wars, political revolution, famine, or economic collapse are additional factors that have been shown to affect development.