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KEY QUESTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS ON GROUP ADVISORY SOURCES

Key Question
Considerations
Is the group aware of international and national networks through which helpful advice can be obtained? There are many national and international NGOs which offer valuable technical, financial and organizational advice to producer groups
Does the group have a procedure for independent mediation or arbitration in case of disputes? An independent third party, perhaps a facilitating NGO, can be very helpful in resolving disputes which might otherwise lead to break up of the group

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