1. PROGRAM PLANNING IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
For the purpose of discussion in CD, program is synonymous with project

2. Program is defined as a process that explains what activities to be done, what are the objectives, who is responsible, where, when, how and why…! About the activities
Planner CD
Program
Target group Implementor
(community)

3. Planning
Evaluation Implementation
CD Program involves

4. Why Program is Important in CD
Program is a structure used to coordinate units in any organization. Coordination is necessary to monitor task divisions and use of resources.
Program as package in CD. It explains the objectives, the steps, the actors (planners, implementers and target community) and the resources used. Program is a holistic approach in CD.

5. Program indicates that there are a series of activities arranged strategically in order to achieve CD objectives.
Program tells us the time frame and schedules of activities. E.g.. Short term (one or two months), or long term program (more than six months.
Program signifies the necessity of people’s participation.

6. Principles of Program Planning1 5
Principles of
Program
Planning 4 2 3

7. Based on needs and problems
Participation and cooperation
Location specific
Depends on target group
Needs valid information/data about the community

8. STEPS IN PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT FOR COMMUNITY
Situational Analysis
Developing Objectives
Developing Plan of Work
Implementation
Evaluation
Planning