were taking notes and then present all of the characteristics you

noted (on the paper strips or Post It) from their stories. Introduce

the items one by one, placing them in logical order or groupings.

B. Once you have finished showing participants this initial list, ask

them if they can think of any additional characteristics they want

to add. When they are finished, add any other essential items

you think are still missing, such that you have a good master list.

Allow a few minutes for clarifications and place a check mark

beside any controversial items to revisit at strategic points during

the workshop.

Trainer Note: The list will probably include many of the following items:

Involvement of the community and all beneficiaries in all phases of the

project planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Analysis of the situation and determining what the community wants

to do.

If a problem is identified, problem analysis and selection of a cause that

they can reasonably work on.

Realistic and achievable project goals.

Realistic and concrete project objectives.

Clearly defined project tasks and responsibilities of all people involved.

Well designed time frame and budget, so that the objectives are met

within the time and resource limits.

Partial, concrete and tangible results achieved during implementation

of the project.

Effective monitoring system that measures the project's progress,

identifies problems and provides a mechanism for necessary changes in

the project.

Methods for keeping the larger community informed and involved.

Evaluation, based on indicators set beforehand, of each project phase

and the entire project after it is finished.

Logical and effective structure of project design and management.

Qualified persons assigned to specific roles.

A mechanism for training community members in effective maintenance

of the project, if required.

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