1 februari 2021
Actor analysis, step 4
Step 4: Making an inventory of the problem formulations of the different actors by looking at their interests, objectives and perceptions. Concepts are defined, it is discussed how to do in-depth research and how to present the actor information in an chart and table. This means an elaboration and in depth research of the interests, objectives and means. There is need to do additional research: policy documents, annual reports, consulting experts in the field, interviewing spokespersons. Definition of objectives and interests is also defined in this chapter: Interests = fundamental objectives. Why actors want to achieve a specific goal. Deeply embedded in our personal values. Relatively stable over time. Objectives = goals that an actor wants to achieve in a concrete situation Perception = our worldview. Largely based on selective information and our social background and influenced by peer pressure. At the end of this step: make an overview table where you can see in one glance all the actors, their interests, objectives, the problem as they perceive it, its causes, the preferred solutions and their means.