The influence of participatory development on the communication patterns of the parachute packing section of the SANDF
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Authors
Govender, Saravani
Issue Date
2000
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
Participatory development , Person centred approach , Participation , Communication , Change, , Needs and perceptions , Action , Reflection and facilitation
Alternative Title
Abstract
The study was undertaken to ascertain whether participatory development (PD and) by
implication, the Person Centred Approach (PCA) had an impact on change in the
communication patterns in the parachute packing section in the SANDF.
The study was conducted in a military setting where hierarchical authoritarian structures
exist. PCA and PD are used as theoretical frameworks for the study which resulted in
changes in the communication patterns at the section. Change occured at two levels
viz:
Changes in communication amongst the participants which led to teamwork,
cooperation and the avoidance of conflict.
Changes in communication between management (the Officer Commanding)
and the parachute packing section which lead to regular contact with the
participants to address their problems.
The study further highlighted the importance of learning from the community in order to
avoid misinterpretation which could lead to conflict and dissatisfaction
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Citation
Govender, Saravani (2000) The influence of participatory development on the communication patterns of the parachute packing section of the SANDF, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/16870>