during the planning stage participatory approaches can be used to feed into during the planning stage participatory approaches can be used to feed into the log frame as it is developed. Whilst project beneficiaries may not identify easily with the concept of LFA, they may be able to identify the factors that are critical to project
success, as well as the most appropriate indicators of progress. In this way, participatory techniques can be used to inform LFA.
The log frame can also provide a guide as to what information needs to be gathered through participatory processes, and can be enhanced by combining the outcomes of other planning tools, such as social mapping, wealth ranking, and problem and objective trees.
If the log frame has to be written, adapted or changed in the UK, it is important to feed the detail back to fieldworkers, partners and other relevant stakeholders overseas. The input to a log frame should be a team effort, as much as possible.
If you are not the person closest to the project, it is important to engage that person in developing the log frame.
Always consider:
• What impact the objectives & indicators will have on their work.
• What is realistically achievable?
• Will they have enough time to collect the information you are asking for?
• Are the assumptions are you making realistic to them? Are you fully aware of their working conditions?