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PRACTICES By ‘practices’ we mean actual and concrete examples of actions, methods and techniques that have been seen to work and achieve results. They may have been the result of the implementation of a policy, or the outcome of an isolated bottom up initiative. Concrete practices not only show the feasibility of an idea or the way to implement a policy but also may inspire our hopes or dreams, by showing what kinds of futures are possible. Practices are also the source of great stories, which are fundamental for the effective communication of our agenda. Make sure you have criteria to evaluate what a “good practice” is. At UCLG we consider that a good practice is one that contributes to reducing inequalities, has a multiplier effect, and has an impact in the territory as a whole. You may want also to collect “bad practices”, for they may be used in your counter-narratives or just to illustrate why some current assumptions must be challenged.
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