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11OrganisingA Group MeetingIn this lesson we will learn about one way of communication —Group meetings. You have to match the group, topic and methodof communication. Mismatch of these three will not produce anyimpact. For instance for bringing behavioral change aboutsanitary latrine, we need to talk to women (and men).We can plan and do it as follows:In this lesson we willlearn aboutHow to organize a groupmeetingGet a group of 5-10 women/men (not more) insomebody’s house. It is good to select avenue which is accessible to allespecially women from scheduledcastes/ tribes are comfortable. It isuseful to select a house, whichalready have a sanitary latrine.You need to communicate to peoplein advance about the venue andtiming of this meeting. You can alsotalk with members of self help group inthe village.