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Net Map : A Four Stage Iterative Approach

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Net-Map employs a four-stage iterative approach: ● Step 1: Problem definition - Scope of analysis ● Step 2: Identification of actors ● Step 3: Network mapping, relationship discussion - actors’ incentives and actors’ influence ● Step 4: Network analysis and follow up questions Step 1: Net-Map begins with defining the problem and in so doing, draws the scope of analysis. The question being asked at this stage is usually in the form of “who influences …”, for instance “who influences the success of [charcoal sector] reform process [in Tanzania]” or “who influences benefit-sharing in the forest in the context of REDD+ in Bandundu province in Congo DRC”. The question has to be defined so that the results of the meetings with different stakeholder groups can be compared. This is then followed by an iterative process, consisting of three stages: identification of stakeholders; a discussion of their relationships, incentives and influence; and network analysis and tentative questions for improvement. Step 2: Actor or stakeholder identification is the step during which individuals and organizations involved in the sector or the problem are identified. The list of actors is not exhaustive at this stage but serves as guidance for the subsequent stages of stakeholder interaction. During this step, the stakeholders are also categorized into groups, in this case, NGO, Private and government. Step 3: The network mapping is the next step after stakeholder during which actors '

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