Hierarchies and Priorities for Future Sub-Projects

Taking into consideration the holistic research of MaNet, which encompasses a great variety of aspects, related to Mastorochoria territory, the formation of a set of priorities is crucial in order to efficiently implement the objectives of the MaNet Strategic Plan by a variety of sub-projects. Although each project should be based on tailor-made criteria, cohesiveness cannot be achieved if ‘theoretical principles [are not organised with] structure and hierarchy according to a particular intention to mediate between theory and practice’. Thus, the hierarchy of priorities could comprise the primary point of reference for the selection and execution of future sub-projects. For this reason, the MaNet Project has designed the subsequent synthesis of criteria following a broader pattern in order to develop a motivational and driving baseline, which encourages the creative and not mechanical implementation (Ganiatsas 2011b):

1. Safeguarding local knowledge, monuments under threat and the natural environment
2. Financial feasibility of the actions as a guarantee for affordable performance and positive results
3. Generation of new job opportunities and long-term employment through sustainable use of territorial assets - Promotion of entrepreneurial potential
4. Inclusion of innovative technologies for educational and touristic services, human and communication networking
5. Fostering accessibility to public services