4.3. Mutual Trust

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does continuous engagement mean in community projects?

   Hint

   Think about how community members are involved after the initial stages.

2. 2.

   Name the benefits of having agreed objectives at the beginning of a project.

   Hint

   What happens when everyone knows what they are working towards?

3. 3.

   What does mutual trust in public participation primarily foster?

   • Conflicts
   • Collaboration
   • Indifference

   Hint

   Think about why trust is essential in teamwork.

4. 4.

   True or False: Continuous engagement decreases a community's sense of ownership.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Would people care more or less if they are included?

5. 5.

   Design a public participation model for a community facing distrust after a failed project. Include strategies for fostering mutual trust.

   Hint

   Think about past failures—what could have been done differently in terms of communication and involvement?

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impacts of not having clear objectives at the beginning of a community project. How would this affect mutual trust?

   Hint

   What happens if everyone is working towards different goals?