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#033 Integrated Development Planning 101

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From Plans to Power: How Communities Can Drive Change Through IDPs.

In this episode of Just Us and the Climate, we unpack a powerful yet often overlooked or misunderstood tool in the fight for social and climate justice: Integrated Development Plans (IDPs). Host Ferron Pedro explores how communities can make use of these strategic local government plans to drive real, equitable change on the ground — whether it's looking at housing, tackling drought in farming towns, or launching water conservation projects.

Listen to climate activist Motlatsi Makhasane talk about how to use the IDP process to demand sustainable solutions — and win. Plus, we have IDP expert Tsekiso Majake who unpacks how you can get involved, influence municipal plans, and avoid common pitfalls.

Whether you're a seasoned community activist or just curious, tune in and learn how power really works — at the local level.
Chapters
  • 02:54 Introduction to Integrated Development Planning (IDP)
  • 05:49 The Importance of Integrated Planning
  • 09:21 Community Access to IDP Information
  • 10:53 Community Activist Experience with IDP
  • 14:15 Local Government's Role in Just Transition and Climate Change
  • 17:25 Examples of Municipalities Addressing Climate Change
  • 22:09 Meaningful Consultation and Community Participation
  • 26:42 Service Delivery Budget and Implementation Plan
  • 28:52 Best Ways for Communities to Impact the IDP
  • 32:15 Accessibility of IDP Information and Civic Education
  • 37:04 Examples of Community Impact on IDP
  • 39:31 Climate Justice Coalition's Plans for IDP Process
  • 42:32 Advice for Community Involvement in Local Government
24 Apr English South Africa Society & Culture · Non-Profit

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