1. NAME = HAILEMIHAEL TAYE junior researcher, head of R&E division of AREKA AGRICULTURAL RESEARH CENTER PPM experience PPI EXTENSION, WATERSHED PR - FRGS, AHI, FARM AFRICA Preparatory assignment on PPM&E

4. Learning objectives Approaches/methods/ tools for participating stake holders in research PME – how to participate Level of participation of stake holders in research PME How to solve the problem of representation in participatory approaches Strategies of stake holders participation in PME

5. Mission – Areka agricultural research center aims to generate, develop, adapt, popularize and evaluate agro ecology based, demand driven technologies (in crop, livestock and natural resource management) in line with the rural development strategy. In addition, it carries out research on agricultural policy issues of the region. –Operational philosophy Carry out participatory research with farmers and other stakeholders Internalize transparency, accountability, credibility, and commitment as core values.

6. Operational philosophy Carry out participatory research with farmers and other stakeholders Internalise transparency, accountability, credibility, and commitment as core values