Power Mapping

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• Describe the method very briefly (2-3 sentences), so that readers have a first idea about the approach

What are the goals of this method?

• explain what makes this method relevant for participatory contexts
• What are typical questions this method is able to answer?
• Which types of knowledge does it generate? Or: what are typical results and/or outcomes?

In which situations can this method be applied?

• Give a few examples of typical settings/processes in which this method suits well
• Who is typically involved?

How does this method work in practice?

• Describe the application as practical as possible
• How much time is needed for each step?
• Which materials/rooms/technical equipment is needed?
• What are the tasks of the facilitators?
• What should be avoided?

Examples of typical results

• If you have already applied the method in the past or have access to results from other processes, please show a few examples of how the method works and of its results

What are typical next steps after applying this method?

• Give an outlook of how to follow-up: How should the results be processed and used in the further process?

Any limitations and typical pitfalls?

• Reflect a bit on what the methods can not do and what the process designer should be aware of, which additional activities are needed
• Any ethical concerns as we are working with people? Add a few reflections

Worksheets and Materials

• Bank Power Map provide by the Centre for non-profit management

Further readings, links and references

• Centre for non-profit Management Introduction to Power Mapping

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