Report on PRA Workshop Held at Bidda Village
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1994-06
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UNNATI Organisation for Development Education
Abstract
This report provides an account of a Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) workshop organized by UNNATI in Bidda Village, Gujarat, from June 13-17, 1994. Aimed at enhancing local involvement in development initiatives, the workshop introduced PRA as a method for gathering and analyzing grassroots data. Led by resource person Mr. Girish Bhardwaj, the workshop covered PRA techniques such as social mapping, transect work, and priority ranking. Participants engaged in hands-on sessions, and the workshop featured discussions on the advantages of PRA for more inclusive and effective local development.
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The report documents detailed proceedings of the PRA workshop, including session summaries, PRA method demonstrations, and practical exercises. Specific methods covered include social and resource mapping, transect walks, priority ranking, and more. Key insights from role plays and field exercises are discussed, highlighting PRA's value in fostering community participation in development projects.
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Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), Community Development, Rural Participation, Gujarat, Structural Adjustment Programs, Gandhinagar, Local Development