NEEDS ASSESSMENT
to implement and maintain appropriate technologies
WHY?
understanding wants and needs
To better serve the people of Agbokpa and provide them with the appropriate tools to grow and prosper, we must consider what they say that they need or simply what they want, seeing as they are the experts on their own community. With knowledge of the majority's thoughts and feelings, we can implement new technology, adjust what already exists, and create space for people to speak their minds about the project.
WHAT?
community survey
Our community survey will consist of questions about people's feelings toward the visitors from Cal Poly as well as the existence of the freezer within the community. We will further our understanding of their needs by asking specific questions regarding what they would like to see in their community, whether that be a new technology or a general change.
HOW?
implementation
We are working on methods of bringing our needs assessment surveys to Agbokpa, Ghana by identifying a person with knowledge about the area, the people, and preferably the language. This person would conduct the surveys with local leaders such as the chief and his daughter to gain as much insight as possible while also respecting the community and it's culture throughout the entire process.
