PRA

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is a participatory research done with the active involvement and participation of community stakeholders which include the key persons representing the council, different sectors (farmers, youth, women, urban poor and others)

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Participatory Resource Appraisal (PRA)

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is a tool for studying, gathering data, and analyzing information for the development of the community. It has many possible applications

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PRA

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PRA has been used in the following:

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• Selecting projects or planning a
program
• Community development programs
• Adult education
• Health programs
• And many others

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is a systematic, semi-structured, and flexible approach to gathering specific or general conditions of the community

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PRA

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Mga katangian kan PRA

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•Hinihikayat ang Partisipasyon
•Semi-structured at Pleksible
•Simple, Biswal, at Gawang Lokal
•Natututo tayo mula sa mga taga-Barangay
•Proportionate Accuracy
•Nagpapalalim ng Magandang Ugnayan
•Iniiwasan ang Pagkiling o Bias

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Bagama’t hindi perpekto, ang datos ay sapat at may representasyon mula sa iba’t ibang sektor ng komunidad

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May proportionate accuracy

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The three pillars of PRA

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• Pag-uugali
• Metodolohiya
• Sharing and participation

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An PRA team

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• Facilitator
• Documentor
• Process Observer
• Members of the community

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Leads the PRA process and ensures community participation

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Facilitator

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Guides discussions, asks open-ended questions, and encourages dialogue

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Facilitator

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Records key points, observations, and community insights

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Documentor

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Ensures that data from mapping exercises, focus group discussions, and ranking activities are documented

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Documentor

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Can use photos, voice recordings, or written notes for reference

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Documentor

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The one who observes the ongoing processes. They carefully monitor whether the process is still
on the right track and ensure that the facilitator is
fulfilling their role. They also oversee the
participation of the people involved. They assess
thoroughly if any changes are needed so they can
immediately relay them to the facilitator

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Process observer

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This can be selected from community members who have an interest or specific skills in a particular PRA tool.

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Members of the community

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Mga prinsipyo kan PRA

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• Optimum Ignorance
• Triangulation
• Self-Critical Awareness & Responsibility
• Reversal of Learning
• Magsimula kun nasaan ang mga tao
• Sabay-sabay na pagbuo
• Pagtutok sa limitado ngunit mahalagang datos
• Pagkatuto sa pamamagitan ng paggawa

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We are gathering concrete data or information, and we do not need to immediately draw conclusions or make judgments based on only a few pieces of information. Let us first examine the results of our data search.

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Optimum ignorance

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Information that is closest to the truth is gathered using various PRA tools, different people or groups, and different types of information. The data must be cross-checked

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Triangulation

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We always reflect on and check our own thoughts and actions. Do we embody the qualities of a good facilitator? In PRA, we must be willing to acknowledge our weaknesses and mistakes

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Self-critical awareness and responsibility

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We learn from the community members. We do not go to the community just to show off, assert our importance, or give lectures

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Reversal of learning

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If people are not comfortable using pentel pens and paper, we should not force them. We can use leaves, bottle caps, seeds, stones, charcoal, create maps on the ground, and other alternatives.

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Magsimula kung nasaan ang mga tao

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No one knows everything, but everyone knows something. And when we bring these pieces of knowledge together, we can create a comprehensive picture of the community

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Sabay na pagbuo

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In PRA, it is important to identify which data should be collected so that we can give them proper attention. Sometimes, if the data we gather are not truly important, we may end up wasting the community members’ time

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Pagtutok sa limitado ngunit mahalagang datos

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PRA is rooted in experience; we need to experience it firsthand so that we can deeply understand, appreciate, and value its importance

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Pagkatuto sa pag-gawa

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It is a chronological record of important events in a community's history. It helps people understand past developments, trends, and changes in their environment. By identifying key events, such as natural disasters, political changes, traditions, or economic shifts, communities can analyze how these factors have influenced their present situation. This tool is useful for planning future actions by recognizing patterns and lessons from the past

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Timeline

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It is the representation of a community’s physical and social environment. It includes natural resources like rivers, forests, and farmlands, as well as social structures like schools, health centers, and places of worship. This tool helps visualize the availability and distribution of resources, identify gaps in services, and plan improvements.

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Resource and social map

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It is a comparative map that shows how the land, environment, or community has changed over time. It is created by drawing two or more maps that depict different time periods, allowing people to analyze the effects of deforestation, urbanization, or resource depletion

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Historical transect map

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Provides a demographic overview of a community, showing the number of households, population density, age distribution, and socio-economic conditions. It helps in identifying vulnerable groups such as the elderly, disabled, or unemployed individuals, making it useful for planning social programs and resource allocation

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Social census map

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Highlights the location and availability of public services, such as healthcare centers, schools, transportation, and marketplaces. It helps communities assess how easily they can access essential services and identify areas that need improvement.

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Service map

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Illustrates seasonal changes that affect a community, such as rainfall, crop cycles, food availability, migration, and health issues. By understanding these seasonal patterns, communities can plan for potential hardships and optimize resource use

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Seasonality diagram

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It is used to analyze relationships between different organizations, institutions, or stakeholders in a community. The circles represent different groups, and their overlapping areas show shared responsibilities or interactions. This tool helps identify which groups work together and where collaboration can be improved

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Venn diagram

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Overall Allocated Expenses of a Typical Family in the Area Overall Barangay Allocated Expenses (IRA)

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Pie chart

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• Flow of Production • The volume of production, the costs and challenges, the marketing systems, and the advantages of these—all need to be considered.

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Flow chart

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Used to identify risk-prone areas and potential hazards such as floods, landslides, fires, or pollution zones. It helps communities prepare for and mitigate risks by identifying safe zones, evacuation routes, and areas needing protective measures.

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Hazard map

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It is a tool that measures economic conditions, employment rates, education levels, healthcare access, and overall community well-being. It provides insights into poverty levels, income distribution, and social inequalities

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Socio-economic indicator

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Records how different groups (e.g., men, women, children) spend their time throughout the day. It helps identify workload distribution and time constraints, providing insights into gender roles, labor balance, and opportunities for improvement.

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Daily activity clock