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English to Greek translations [PRO] Surveying / town planning
English term or phrase:transferability
It is important for both planners and the public to see that their approaches and perspectives can be complementary. Set up the context of discussion. The public needs to see that not all problems from the neighbourhood can be solved at once or within one programme. Information Communication Technology is complementary to both planners and citizens in order to strengthen communication. Good communication and participation in urban projects increases the strength of the intervention, as possible conflicts between different groups are identified and resolved at an early stage. Introduction to sustainable development principles, given that even planners might not be familiar with Local Agenda 21. References to best practice initiatives of public participation in planning. Incorporation of trust-building mechanisms towards planners and local authorities and improvement of key negotiation skills that are transferable to many situations and other sectors. Training in the simple virtual reality tool developed, assessing its *transferability* and reproduction to other situations. Training on mediation and communication skills, a communal “planning consciousness” and increased ability to comprehend the subject matter of planning. A joint session should be held with planners and the public in order for them to develop their communication skills that could then be transferred to other situations. The skills developed would lead to fewer conflicts arising between planners and the public during the proposal phase of new developments.