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How can you ensure participatory methods have a long-lasting impact on community development?

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Participatory methods are approaches that involve the active engagement of community members in identifying, analyzing, and solving their own problems. They can foster empowerment, ownership, and sustainability of development initiatives. However, participatory methods are not a magic bullet. They require careful planning, implementation, and follow-up to ensure they have a long-lasting impact on community development. In this article, you will learn some key principles and practices that can help you achieve this goal.

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1 Define the purpose and scope

Before you start any participatory process, you need to have a clear and shared understanding of why, what, how, and with whom you are doing it. This means defining the purpose and scope of the participation, such as the objectives, expected outcomes, roles and responsibilities, methods and tools, and ethical considerations. You also need to assess the context and the needs and interests of the stakeholders, and tailor your approach accordingly. By doing this, you can ensure that the participation is relevant, meaningful, and realistic for the community.

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Mike Jaja (MNIPR, MCIPR)

STRATEGIC STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT | SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRACTICE | BRANDING & COMMUNICATION | MULTICULTURAL BACKGROUND LEADERSHIP | RURAL PROJECT DELIVERY EXCELLENCE
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In other to ensure participatory methods have a long-lasting impact on community development, we must; 1. Have a clear purpose of the project and of course the project was needed not as a want ab initio, 2. Have undoubtable trust from the host community members, 3. Carry the community members along in the scheme of things from inception till commission stage, 4. Monitor and evaluate project progress from time to time.

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2 Build trust and relationships

Participation is not only a technical exercise, but also a social and relational one. You need to build trust and relationships with the community members, and among them, to create a safe and conducive environment for dialogue and collaboration. This means respecting their values, cultures, and opinions, listening to their voices and feedback, and addressing any power imbalances or conflicts that may arise. You also need to communicate clearly and transparently about the participatory process, and provide regular updates and feedback loops. By doing this, you can ensure that the participation is respectful, inclusive, and accountable for the community.

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3 Facilitate learning and action

Participation is not only a means, but also an end in itself. You need to facilitate learning and action among the community members, and support them to apply their knowledge and skills to their own situations. This means using participatory methods and tools that are appropriate, engaging, and empowering for the community, such as participatory rural appraisal (PRA), participatory learning and action (PLA), or participatory action research (PAR). You also need to document and share the results and lessons learned from the participatory process, and celebrate the achievements and challenges. By doing this, you can ensure that the participation is transformative, creative, and sustainable for the community.

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Alison Alexander (AmetaverseA.eth)

Helping people think differently and feel comfortable with new tech. Co-founder Metacampus | NED | Public Sector Expert
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My first professional qualification was in youth and community work. I chose this because I felt it was important for all people especially disadvantaged, to have a means to engage, connect and influence decision makers. Using tools to encourage participation is necessary because not all people feel able or invited to engage. Different tools are needed - to suit the community or individual you are seeking to engage. One important tool is to ensure when you invite people in to engage they see others who are like them in the room. Securing participation is imperative for an inclusive, fair and accessible society.

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4 Evaluate and improve

Participation is not a one-off event, but a continuous and iterative process. You need to evaluate and improve the quality and impact of the participation, and learn from your successes and failures. This means using participatory methods and tools to monitor and evaluate the participatory process, such as participatory evaluation, participatory monitoring, or most significant change (MSC). You also need to solicit and incorporate feedback and suggestions from the community members, and adapt your approach as needed. By doing this, you can ensure that the participation is responsive, effective, and adaptive for the community.

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5 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Define the purpose and scope

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4 Evaluate and improve

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