Identify the stakeholders

The following is a list of stakeholders who may be interested in the results of a HAPU project:

• Tangata whenua: The traditional owners of the land where the HAPU project is located.
• Local community: The people who live in the area where the HAPU project is located.
• Government agencies: Regulatory agencies, funding agencies, and other government bodies.
• Businesses: Businesses that provide goods or services to the HAPU project, or that invest in the project.
• Research institutions: Universities, research institutes, and other organizations that conduct research on HAPU.
• Non-profit organizations: Organizations that work to promote the interests of Māori people or the environment.

Promoting Stakeholder Participation

It is important to promote stakeholder participation in the HAPU project. This can be done by:

• Communicating with stakeholders: Keeping stakeholders informed about the project and its progress.
• Involving stakeholders in decision-making: Consulting with stakeholders on key decisions about the project.
• Building relationships with stakeholders: Developing trust and respect with stakeholders.

Possible Concerns/Barriers from Stakeholders

There are a number of potential concerns and barriers that stakeholders may have about a HAPU project. These include:

• Environmental concerns: Stakeholders may be concerned about the impact of the project on the environment.
• Cultural concerns: Stakeholders may be concerned about the impact of the project on Māori culture.
• Economic concerns: Stakeholders may be concerned about the impact of the project on the local economy.
• Social concerns: Stakeholders may be concerned about the impact of the project on the local community.

Strategies for Gaining Support and Assistance from Stakeholders

There are a number of strategies that can be used to gain support and assistance from stakeholders. These include:

• Addressing stakeholder concerns: Addressing the concerns that stakeholders have about the project is essential to gaining their support.
• Building relationships with stakeholders: Building trust and respect with stakeholders is essential to gaining their support.
• Involving stakeholders in decision-making: Consulting with stakeholders on key decisions about the project is a way to show them that their input is valued.
• Communicating with stakeholders: Keeping stakeholders informed about the project and its progress is essential to maintaining their support.

Conclusion

Stakeholders play an important role in any HAPU project. By identifying all of the stakeholders, promoting stakeholder participation, and addressing stakeholder concerns, it is possible to gain support and assistance from stakeholders and ensure the success of the project.