About the Resources Section

The resources section offers a variety of information to share experiences and learn more about participation in development:

• library
• field tools and methods
• lessons learned
  

Library

A detailed annotated bibliographical database of FAO publications or other publications available in FAO Rome, dealing with participatory topics. You have the possibility to search the library using a variety of powerful keyword combinations, and to view the availability of returned titles.

Field tools and methods

A detailed database on participatory methods/tools/approaches developed or applied by FAO.

Over time this section will grow and also include other methodologies developed outside FAO. You are invited to contribute to this section by sharing with us participatory methodologies developed by your institution.

Lessons learned

This section is meant to help people in learning from each other's experiences concerning the practical application of participatory methods/approaches in projects.

Examples of successful application as well as lessons learned regarding difficulties and obstacles when applying participatory approaches are presented.

Emphasis shall be placed on conclusions, recommendations and lessons learned in projects, to help others avoid the same mistakes and through building on achievements and best practices.