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Community entry and preparation

Proficiency in community entry and other aspects of effective community organization and development in Philippine coastal communities are prerequisites to the successful application of PCRA.

In addition, the following are recommended:

1. Attempt PCRA exercises only in communities where a significant amount of community development has already been accomplished and where there is strong interest or where community organizers are available and willing to serve as interfaces. There should at least be a solid organization such as a fisherfolk association with which to work.
2. Consider fishers and other resource users who participate in PCRA as local consultants and collaborators, and not just beneficiaries. Treat them with appropriate respect as essential contributors to the CRM process. CWs usually get a great deal more information when they cast themselves as researchers interested in helping fishers to document their local knowledge and expertise as well as CWs trying to get the local people involved in CRM.

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