Appendix B: Rationale and Implications of Likert Survey Questions
Understanding the Selection of Likert Survey Questions In the Pehta Framework, the use of Likert survey questions is a deliberate and strategic choice aimed at assessing the quality of relationships between Indigenous communities and industry. These questions are crafted to be simple, clear, intentional, and efficient, recognizing the need for consistent annual feedback from various community leaders.
Key Reasons for Selecting Likert Survey Questions:
Quantitative Clarity: Likert scales provide a clear, quantitative measure of attitudes and perceptions, allowing for straightforward interpretation and comparison over time.
Efficient and Accessible: The format is user-friendly and efficient, facilitating ease of response for community leaders who may be providing feedback for multiple industries.
Comprehensive Coverage: The questions cover a broad range of relationship aspects, including communication, respect, responsiveness, transparency, and overall satisfaction, ensuring a holistic assessment.
Implications for the Relationship Between Indigenous Communities and Industry
The responses to these questions offer deep insights into the nature and quality of the interactions between Indigenous communities and industry. They serve as a barometer for understanding:
● The Level of Mutual Respect and Understanding: Responses reflect how well industries understand and respect Indigenous values, traditions, and goals.
● The Effectiveness of Communication and Engagement: Ratings indicate the quality of dialogue and engagement, crucial for building trust and cooperation.
● Industry's Impact on Community Well-being: Feedback on contributions to well-being and empowerment highlights the tangible impacts of industry activities on the community.
Communicating to Other Indigenous Communities and Institutional Investors
The aggregated data from these survey responses serves a dual purpose:
For Other Indigenous Communities:
a. Benchmarking and Learning: Communities can benchmark their experiences against others, gaining insights into potential areas of improvement or concern in their own interactions with industries.
b. Informed Decision-Making: The data aids in making informed decisions about engaging with specific industries based on their track record with other communities.
For the Institutional Investment Market:
a. Risk Assessment: Regular feedback helps investors identify potential Indigenous rights risks, which can impact the social and ethical standing of the industries.
b. ESG Considerations: The responses are crucial for ESG-focused investors who consider social factors in their investment decisions. Consistent low ratings or negative feedback could signal red flags regarding an industry's ESG performance.
c. Transparency and Accountability: This feedback mechanism promotes transparency and accountability, key factors for investors assessing the long-term sustainability and ethical practices of industries.
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