This book is instrumental for academicians and researchers in the field of Development Studies and project management. It views the local community members in any project undertaking as critical stakeholders; whose views and plight should be incorporated in the planning process. It covers major areas in enhancing projects' sustainability and improving the socioeconomic livelihood of societies through proper identification, involvement and maintenance of any project initiated. It further justifies the need for an efficient cost-benefit analysis of any program before undertaking the implementation for a lasting sustainability to be realized.

Phyllis is a professional with intellectual ability. She has a Bachelor of Education in English and Literature and a Master of Science Degree in Development Studies. Currently she is a part-time lecturer at Moi University(Kenya)in the Department of Development Studies, School of Human Resource Development where she has been lecturing for four years