Partner:
Global Environmental Fund (GEF)
Period:
May – July 2010
Country of Operation:
Ghana
Category:
Agriculture
Project Snapshot:
PDA provided technical support to GEF by mapping key social and community issues associated with the Afram-Plains plantation forestry project. This assessment aimed to identify both the potential negative impacts and the development opportunities, enabling GEF to fine-tune its project strategies and proactively address concerns raised by civil society and NGO groups.
Project Objectives:
- Identify critical social and community concerns related to the forestry project.
- Highlight potential negative impacts and opportunities for positive development.
- Inform strategy adjustments to optimize project benefits and mitigate stakeholder concerns.
PDA’s Task:
PDA leveraged its local expertise to conduct an assessment exercise, gathering relevant data and stakeholder input to guide GEF’s project strategy refinement.
How We Went About It:
- Reviewed existing literature and project documentation to understand contextual issues.
- Conducted stakeholder consultations to capture local perspectives.
- Compiled and analyzed findings to provide actionable recommendations for project enhancement.