Networking for Development

Networking, a buzzword in business circles for many years, has become fashionable in development too. Networks of all kinds are springing up everywhere, and current and potential networkers are keen to learn about different kinds of network, the ingredients for success and the problems networks face. Yet surprisingly little has been published on these issues, and the material that is available tends to be too academic for practical application.
"Networking for Development" is the first comprehensive survey and synthesis of the subject. At the same time, it is a concise practical manual for people who are involved in networks or who may be thinking of establishing one.

The book is in two parts. The first part discusses the benefits and problems of networks in general, and sets out guidelines for successful networking,
with several short case studies, from, among others, Sri Lanka, Nicaragua and Kenya. To illustrate these points more fully, part two contains a more detailed case study of animal traction networks in Africa. A useful list of contacts and resource materials is also included. Current and potential networkers are keen to learn about different kinds of network, the ingredients for success and the problems networks face. Yet surprisingly little has been published on these issues, and the material that is available tends to be too academic for practical application. "Networking for Development "is the first comprehensive survey and synthesis of the subject. At the same time, it is a concise practical manual for people who are involved in networks or who may be thinking of establishing one. A useful list of contacts and resource materials is also included.