Legitimacy: Legitimacy must be established by demonstrating
that the development project adheres to cultural
and social rules. It typically involves an initial consultation
process, which includes preparation of accurate and accessible
communication to community members and other
stakeholders about planned projects. Mechanisms to receive
community views, suggestions, and concerns need
to be established, and community input should be taken
into account in project design. It can be useful to establish
forums, such as local community advisory committees, to
ensure ongoing community engagement through the life of
a project or program.