Experiences in the Netherlands

Verona Groverman has been involved in several assignments in the Netherlands. Apart from support to Dutch organisations in the field of development co-operation (see her c.v.) she assisted Dutch organisations in processes of change at municipal and provincial level. Characteristic of her approach is promoting the involvement of different stakeholders and their exchange of ideas and perceptions through a careful choice of methods.

2000 (Oct. – Dec.)
Facilitator in a participatory study on the relationship of local and government initiatives focusing on promoting the quality of life in rural areas in the North of the Netherlands. The study involved among others interviews and group discussions with a variety of stakeholders. The outcome was meant for policy improvement. (ETC/Province Groningen).

1998 (Nov.) – 1999 (March)
Advisor and facilitator in a process of developing policy concerning ethnic minorities. A step-by-step approach was designed in which different stakeholders could express their perceptions, opinions and ideas using a variety of methods. The outcome was an action plan based on the different inputs produced by municipal staff. (Municipality Huizen).

1991 (Jan.)
Participatory study into urban settlement preferences and facilitator in discussion sessions with different stakeholders using a variety of methods to create insight in each others’ perceptions and opinions. The outcome contributed to a broader plan of action (Urban Implant Development, Bussum/ Municipality Amsterdam ).