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Role of Community Organizations
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Today, we are going to talk about how organizations like Adesco play a critical role in participatory design. Can anyone tell me what an interface means in this context?
Is it like a connection point between the community and the NGOs?
Exactly! The term 'interface' implies that these organizations facilitate communication and build trust. Why do you think trust is pivotal in this work?
Because if the communities don’t trust the NGOs, they won’t collaborate or engage properly.
Correct! Trust leads to better negotiations. Let's remember T for Trust and I for Interface to reinforce this idea. Can someone summarize how this process begins?
It starts with community organizations approaching local networks to connect with NGOs.
Challenges of Land Tenure
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Next, let’s delve into the challenges of land tenure. Many families were excluded from the project. What contributed to this exclusion?
Their homes were on land owned by private entities like railway companies, right?
Exactly! These ownership disputes can significantly affect community involvement in housing projects. Remember, L for Land Ownership or Tenure. How important is legal recognition of land in these projects?
It’s crucial because it determines who can benefit from the reconstruction efforts.
Right again! Summarizing, legal clarity is vital for equitable participation.
Participatory Design Process
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Now, let’s explore the participatory design process. How did the communities contribute to house designs?
They collectively prepared house designs based on their needs!
Yes! This hands-on approach helps communities understand their living space better. Let's remember PD for Participatory Design. What aspects of the house design did they focus on?
They considered the earthquake-resistant features in the construction!
Exactly! This is why we emphasize participatory methodologies: they help create solutions tailored to the community’s needs.
Construction Stages
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Let’s break down the construction stages. Does anyone remember what happens in the first stage?
That's when the foundations are laid, and the basic walls are built!
Exactly! And who contributes labor at this stage?
Community members and local builders help out!
Correct! Now, we know that the second stage focuses on what aspects?
The community finishes the construction by adding doors and windows!
Great! Lastly, the third stage involves adding essential services. This progression illustrates community empowerment. Let’s remember CSP: Construction Stages Participation.
Service Completion
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Finally, let’s discuss service completion. How does this stage support sustainability?
By installing water and sanitation systems, the community learns to maintain them!
Exactly! This knowledge fosters long-term sustainability. When communities learn to manage these systems, what does it lead to?
Increased resilience in the community!
Absolutely! Remember, S for Sustainability. Can someone summarize the final component we discussed?
It’s about conducting workshops that help identify community needs!
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The section elaborates on how community participation is facilitated through local organizations, outlining the roles of NGOs and communities in the reconstruction of housing in San Vicente. It details challenges regarding land tenure and the stepwise process of participatory design, emphasizing the collaborative efforts in creating earthquake-resistant housing.
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This section delves into the participatory design methodology applied in San Vicente, where community participation is crucial for effective housing reconstruction. The interplay between local communities, represented by organizations like Adesco, and external NGOs exemplifies the importance of trust and communication in development projects. Out of 14 communities analyzed, 9 were selected for the reconstruction process based on legal land ownership and suitability for housing.
Key Points:
- Community Organizations as Interfaces: Local organizations like Adesco help bridge the gap between communities and NGOs, building trust and facilitating negotiation.
- Legal Considerations and Land Tenure: Land ownership issues significantly affect who can participate in the housing project, with families on certain lands being excluded due to ownership disputes.
- Participatory Design Process: The communities collectively engaged in the design of their homes, utilizing a hands-on approach to create physical outlines of living spaces at a one-to-one scale.
- Construction Stages: The construction is divided into three stages:
- Partial Construction: Involves laying foundations and building walls, primarily structure-focused, with community labor in unskilled roles supported by local builders.
- Completion by Owners: Community members procure materials as per availability, supported by training in construction techniques for sustainability.
- Service Completion: Installation of essential services such as water supply and sanitation, informed by previous participatory diagnosis workshops to meet community needs.
This methodology exemplifies how participatory approaches can enhance community resilience and engagement in development.
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Community Involvement through Local Networks
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Now, how this whole process the community participation has been approached one is, they talked about approaching through the social organizations, the communities, the local communities through their own networks so, because the Red Cross personnel will be coming from somewhere else who may or may not be familiar with the local communities and that is where the Adesco which is a kind of community organizations. Become a kind of interface between the local communities and the various NGOs coming and working in it.
Detailed Explanation
The participatory design methodology emphasizes involving local communities in the decision-making process. Social organizations, like Adesco, act as intermediaries to connect external NGOs (like the Red Cross) with local residents. This approach ensures that those implementing the project understand the specific needs and dynamics of the community, which is essential for building trust and collaboration.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine a school planning an event. Instead of the principal deciding everything, they consult students and teachers for ideas. This way, everyone feels included, and the event is more likely to be enjoyable and successful because it reflects the needs and wants of those participating.
Selection of Communities for the Project
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So finally, after having a thorough analysis of the 14 communities in San Vicente they have selected 9 communities within that 14, for the reconstruction process. So, for this progressive housing project. Mainly, they have covered in the two major municipalities, one is a Tecoluca and Verapaz, within the department of San Vicente and each community includes El Arco, Llano Grande, El Puente, Santa Cruz de Paraiso, San Pedro, Sand Jose de Borjas, Nuevo Oriente, San Antonio Jiboa, San Isidro so, these are all concluding about 582 houses.
Detailed Explanation
After assessing the needs and conditions of 14 different communities, nine were chosen for the housing reconstruction project. This selection was focused on two municipalities, ensuring that the resources and efforts would be concentrated in areas where they could have the most impact, thereby facilitating the rebuilding of 582 houses across those communities.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a gardener who has a variety of plants in a large garden. Instead of trying to take care of the entire garden at once, the gardener chooses a few plants that are most in need of care, making it easier to nurture and help them thrive.
Land Tenure and Legal Ownership
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Now, the all issue to do with the land tenure so, the people who were already legal owners of the land or had a land ownership documents so that, these particular communities have been processed and these communities have received help from the town hall and were provided with the professional service of lawyer which brought down the cost of the process.
Detailed Explanation
Land tenure is crucial in community projects as it determines who has legal rights to the land. The communities selected were those whose members had legal ownership documents, and they received assistance to navigate the legal processes, ensuring that their rights to land were recognized and enabling the reconstruction efforts to proceed smoothly.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a library where only registered members can borrow books. If someone comes in without a membership, they may not have access to resources. Similarly, in these communities, legal ownership served as the membership needed to engage in the rebuilding process.
Designing Homes Together
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And, how it is implemented as I said to you, it is a participatory design methodology the communities have collectively prepared a house design so a think tank process has went to the bottom level interactions and what they did was to get a real scale understanding so, they made about the outlines with just two lines of blocks you know, that this is going to be your space so you have this is your room and this is the veranda this is another room you know.
Detailed Explanation
The communities played an active role in designing their homes, which involved brainstorming ideas together. They visualized their houses by marking out spaces in a scaled-down fashion, ensuring everyone had a clear understanding of the layout, leading to designs that truly reflected their needs and preferences.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine kids designing their perfect playground. They might draw a rough plan together, deciding where the swings, slides, and benches will go. This collaboration leads to a playground that everyone loves and uses.
Construction Stages
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So, as I discussed with you about 3 stages stage one which is a partial construction so here, the communities who are these stakeholders. The communities they also provided some kind of informal the unskilled labour at this process and the local builders because for a group of the some of the local builders were hired by the contractors and the construction supervisors for every group of 30 so, you have one supervisor who is looking at it.
Detailed Explanation
The construction of homes was divided into three stages. In the first stage, communities contributed informal labor, with local builders assisting in the construction. Supervisors helped manage the process, ensuring everything was built according to necessary standards, particularly for earthquake resistance.
Examples & Analogies
Think about a big group project at school where the teacher assigns roles. Some students do the research, some put together the presentation, and some make the poster. By dividing tasks, the project is completed more effectively, just like how dividing construction work helps build homes properly.
Community Training and Skills Building
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Then in stage two, this is where the completion by owners so, communities also have provided so, in the earlier stage the materials were provided because these concrete blocks were not available locally so the agencies have provided the concrete blocks but in here the communities as per their feasibilities as per their available resources they have developed they brought the doors and windows.
Detailed Explanation
In the second stage, community members took on more responsibility, sourcing materials like doors and windows themselves. They also received training from master builders on construction techniques, empowering them to contribute more effectively and ensuring they could maintain their homes in the future.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine learning to bake a cake together. First, one person does everything, but then everyone learns the recipes and techniques, allowing them to bake cakes independently in the future. This builds their skills and confidence.
Finalization and Amenities
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On the stage 3, the service completion of it, the water supply and sanitation. So here, they installed a sink with two taps, a system of removing grey water connected, a system in each houses for the excreta disposal and there has been also some workshops which has been conducted for the community the training and you know interactions so the community needs how are these identified.
Detailed Explanation
The final stage focused on essential services like water and sanitation. Each house was equipped with necessary plumbing, including sinks and waste disposal systems. Workshops were held to inform communities about these systems and to gather feedback on their needs for effective implementation.
Examples & Analogies
Consider how a new restaurant makes sure everything is in place before opening. They check the plumbing, ensure the decor is appealing, and train staff. This detailed preparation is similar to ensuring homes are equipped with vital services before families move in.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Community Participation: The active involvement of community members in projects that affect them.
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Trust Building: Establishing trust between NGOs and communities as a foundation for successful collaboration.
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Legal Land Ownership: The importance of documented land ownership in project eligibility.
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Participatory Design Process: Involving communities in the design and construction of their housing.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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Adesco acted as a mediator between the communities in San Vicente and the NGOs, resulting in the successful engagement of nine communities in the reconstruction.
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The participatory design methodology led the community to create a scale model of their homes, helping them visualize and contribute to their configurations.
Memory Aids
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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To build a home that lasts, involve the people first and fast.
📖 Fascinating Stories
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In a village, constructors were confused. The buildings fell during quakes. They learned to ask the locals how to build right, and together they made homes that stood up without fright.
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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Remember 'RLT' for key focus areas: 'R' for Resilience, 'L' for Legal land, 'T' for Trust.
🎯 Super Acronyms
Use 'PDC' to remember stages of construction
- 'P' for Partial
- 'D' for Development by owners
- 'C' for Completion with services.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Participatory Design
Definition:
A design methodology that involves stakeholders, particularly the end-users, in the design process.
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Term: Land Tenure
Definition:
The relationship, whether legally or customarily defined, among people, as individuals or groups, with respect to land.
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Term: NGO
Definition:
Non-Governmental Organization; a non-profit group that operates independently of government.
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Term: Earthquakeresistant features
Definition:
Design elements in buildings aimed at mitigating damage during seismic events.
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Term: Community Resilience
Definition:
The ability of a community to recover effectively from adversity and maintain functionality.