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CRS Viewpoint: The Characteristics of an Effective FFW Program
In institutionalizing a more long-term planning process, CRS
expects to change the composition of its FFW Program from one which is
dominated by isolated "lean season" activities to a program made up
largely of longer term community development projects, in which FFW
activities address development needs in a particular community or area
in a more focussed and integrated manner.
During the July 1, 1987 seminar the CRS representatives identified
the following characteristics of FFW assisted projects as those
contributing to a more developmental and community-based FFW program:
* Community participation in
- project identification
- selection of beneficiaries
- selection of recipients
- project site selection
- project management
- operation expenses and maintenance
The linkage of FFW-assisted projects to an overall community
development plan (A Holistic Approach).
FFW-assisted activities are part of a continuing process of
multiyear development plan implementation, and not isolated events.
Collaboration and integration with Government and other
organizations.
- capital Investment
- technical guidance
- training of field personnel (project holders, site
supervisors, educational component for FEW recipients)
Adequate infrastructure to manage the project.
- sufficient personnel
- quality personnel (having technical and development
skills)
* Clear criteria for project selection.
* Project success defined by project impact the
on
poorest of the poor.