4. Preplanning
Goal: Raise awareness with concrete ideas to combat condition
• Introduce information about the issue through presentations and media.
• Visit and invest community leaders in the cause.
• Review existing efforts in community (curriculum, programs, activities, etc.) to determine who the target populations are and consider the degree of success of the efforts.
• Conduct local focus groups to discuss issues and develop strategies.
• Increase media exposure through radio and television public service announcements.