POINTS OF INTEREST IN OUR RESEARCH AND WHAT WE SHOULD LOOK INTO

Points of interest in our Research and What we should look into

·               What’s the literacy rate?

·               Counselling: Women’s centre AND a men’s centre?

·               Community as builders and caretakers

·               Community outreach centres: laundry facilities, skate parks

·               Does Lota recycle?

·               Should we do something proactive when we get there?

·               Educational programs in place for trades/literacy?

·               How do you make them feel “at home” again?

·               Transportation of milk? Pasteurization

·               Preserving historical and cultural significance – tourists coming in for hiking/fishing/etc. “responsible tourism” and “adventure tourism”

·               What kind of activities will tourists like?

·               How do the first tourists orient themselves? Signage, street furniture? Beautifying public spaces, creating pride in their community.

·               Show your interest, don’t take photos and keep your face in your sketchbook the first day

·               If you feel you know best people will be offended or will feel like they’re receiving gifts. Empower them to make choices about their lives and create for themselves