Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal Principles and guidelines for social impact assessment in the USA : The Interorganizational Committee on Principles and Guidelines for Social Impact Assessment (original) (raw)
This monograph provides a comprehensive update on the principles and guidelines for social impact assessment (SIA) in the United States, focusing on the implications of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It emphasizes the necessity of evaluating the social consequences of proposed policies, plans, programs, and projects (PPPPs), detailing various social impact variables at different stages of the SIA process. Additionally, it highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement and the interconnectedness of community resources and social structures in understanding and mitigating potential negative impacts.