Livelihood Reports Al Amrikeya Area - Final Assessment | Page 78

KEY ASPECTS OF METHOD
Given the complexities of the AAA context and the current difficulties of carrying in-depth fieldwork , it was crucial to employ a set of different research methods and approaches ; and cross-reference them with each other to develop a better understanding of the area ’ s context and needs . The main project activities – that took place between mid-August and end of December 2016- included the following :
• Understanding of the Development Context : through desktop research ; mapping of and structured / semi-structured interviews with different stakeholders ; site visits ; documentation of the existing conditions through mapping , sketching , photography , field observations and commented walks ; and understanding of the local socioeconomic context through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews with the area ’ s users , shopkeepers and business owners .
• Participatory Needs Assessment : engaging the area ’ s stakeholders through questionnaires , focus group discussions and community workshops covering : i ) built environment aspects ; ii ) social and economic aspects ; and iii ) institutional / legal aspects . The PNA is concluded by a prioritization of physical , economic , social and institutional needs from the perspectives of different stakeholders ;
• Situation Analysis : using SWOT tool ( Strengths , Weaknesses , Opportunities and Threats ) and highlighting the interests and expectations of different stakeholders ’ groups .
• Identification of short-term , medium-term and long-term intervention proposals : identification of further areas of study ; intervention objectives ; and proposals for pilot interventions to capitalize on the area ’ s existing resources and to build trust among different stakeholders . Each proposal in-
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