How does the Leland Initiative Grow the User-Base?
The dynamism of growing the user-base (Objective 3) is addressed in two phases; they are not always in parallel with the supply side activities spelled out above. In Phase 1, the diagnostic and strategy Phase, Leland Information experts assess the Internet ‘readiness’ of the bilateral USAID field mission’s partners (eg – host country institutions, NGOs, other donors, etc.). The teams establish a priority list of “fast track” partners, those most ready to begin applying the information and communication tools of the Internet to the challenges of sustainable development, and prepare a list of pilot activities designed to demonstrate the value of Internet access. The team then returns for Phase two, a process of training, brainstorming and detailed action planning with the Mission and its partners designed embed Internet tools throughout the portfolio. Over the course of the following year, Leland will assist the Mission and its partners to implement these action plans, and bring Internet
