Participatory approach to development has emerged mainly because of recognition of the limitations of the conventional approach. The major limitation of conventional approach is that it does not necessarily hold all the stakeholders accountable. Participatory approach involves local people, development agencies, and policy makers, deciding together how progress should be measured, and results acted upon. It can reveal valuable lessons and improve accountability. This approach has gained exemplary acceptance in international development fraternity in recent years. The incorporation of "local knowledge" in development projects is now commonplace and this has been made possible only through the introduction of participatory development modules. The present book is focused on how participatory development is attracting interest from many quarters by offering new ways of assessing and learning from changes that are more inclusive, and more in tune with the views and aspirations of those directly affected. It provides an opportunity for development organizations to focus better on their ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Azmal Hussain
Azmal Hussain holds a doctorate degree in Anthropology from Gauhati University. He has handled several action and research ventures independently for different organizations working for the underprivileged and particularly addressing issues like nutrition and education with a focus on women and children. He is also commissioned as a research and documentation expert in the projects sponsored by different development agencies like Lutheran World Relief, Catholic Relief Services, Oxfam, UNICEF etc. Presently, he is working as a Faculty Associate at Icfai Business School Research Center, Kolkata. He has already edited several books in the areas like health, nutrition and community development, published by Icfai University Press.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Santap Sanhari Mishra
Santap Sanhari Mishra holds an M.A. and an M.Phil in Public Administration from Utkal University. He also holds an M.A. in History from the same university. He is currently working as a Faculty Associate at Icfai Business School Research Centre, Kolkata. Prior to joining Icfai, he worked for Utkal University for four years as a visiting faculty in P.G Department of Public Administration and as an Academic Counselor for Public Administration at University's DDCE.
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