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The contradictory effects of timelines on community participation in a health promotion programme

Lesley Batten, Maureen Holdaway

Health Promotion International

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This article explores the multiple timelines (contract, evaluation, program phases, and seasons for a community garden project) in a health promotion program and their effects on implementation and community participation. Timelines, while assisting planning, can also constrain action or force prioritization. The study demonstrates the complexity of these timelines and highlights the importance of skilled facilitation in community development-based programs.