Publication year:
1994
PRA techniques were used over a three day period in a predominantly extractive manner in order to discuss the issue of land use around Laggan, with emphasis on forestry. The community has a history of interest in forestry, based on the potential purchase by the community of an area of forestry commision land. A variety of techniques were used to determine changes in employment and population over time as well as seasonal variations in income and activity. Through village meetings and individual interviews, the details of forest use, products and ownership were examined. Finally a voting excercise was carried out which emphasised the perceived benefits of the forest to the community.
Interest groups:
A short case study illustrating the succesful use of PRA techniques in a 'Northern' country of interest to those involved in setting up community inititives, particularly relating to land use issues.
Holdings:
IDS
Publisher reference:
University of Edinburgh/Reforesting Scotland