Tag: good process fosters fair democratic deliberation

Discussion on Participatory Factors Webler and Tuler (2001) elaborated discussion on participatory factors including four factors mentioned as follows :  Factor A: A good process is credible and legitimate At the heart of this perspective lies a deep concern for ensuring the process is widely seen as credible and legitimate. Policies are more implementable if they are popularly accepted and only a credible and legitimate process can acquire this level of support.  In this perspective, a credible and legitimate process validates itself through process features such as being respectful to the publics and open at every step.  It shows respect and an authentic willingness to learn from the public by seeking out and valuing local knowledge and experiences. In addition to these process design features, a good process acquires public support for watershed planning through education and outreach.  Of foremost importance is that people have an awareness of the watershed, its problems, and the policies being implemented.  Watershed planning is greatly furthered when publics...