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Motivational orientation of persons managing community water supply and sanitation programmes: An empirical study

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  • Uluslararası İnsan Bilimleri Dergisi

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  • 2010

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This paper reports on an investigation into factors that determined the decisions of members of Water and Sanitation (Watsan) Committees to participate in and commit themselves to management activities that would ensure the sustainability of water supply and sanitation programs in their communities. The major finding was that the motivational orientation of the Watsan members was gradually shifting from purely normative to remunerative values. It implies that their continued membership and willingness to perform their management tasks satisfactorily, in future, would depend on how much satisfaction they derived from being members. These motivational factors are essential if the participation and commitment of local organizations to the entire program management process is to be guaranteed.
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