Community Collaboration in Development Work with Young People: Perspectives from Zambian Communities

Lindsey, I.

Abstract

Despite its recognised importance, studies of collaboration within specific communities in the Global South are rare. This paper examines the purposes and processes of collaboration between organisations undertaking development work with young people in two communities in Lusaka, Zambia. Interviewees recognised the need for collaboration given the limitations of existing provision and the fragmented organisational context. Existing collaboration was commonly orientated towards information sharing and joint provision rather than broader coordinated planning. Building awareness and understanding across organisations were viewed as key processes in developing collaboration. To enhance collaboration between organisations, it is suggested that inclusive community forums be instigated.

Citation

Lindsey, I. (2013). Community Collaboration in Development Work with Young People: Perspectives from Zambian Communities. Development in Practice, 23(4), 481-495. https://doi.org/10.1080/09614524.2013.790938

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: Jun 18, 2013
• Deposit Date: Aug 14, 2014
• Publicly Available Date: Oct 20, 2014
• Journal: Development in Practice
• Print ISSN: 0961-4524
• Electronic ISSN: 1364-9213
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis Group
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 23
• Issue: 4
• Pages: 481-495
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/09614524.2013.790938
• Keywords: Civil society, Partnership, Gender and Diversity, Youth, Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1424930