Definition
LKMD is the community institute in a village that is developed from, by and for the community. It is a vehicle for community participation in development, its duties are to help the village head/village unit chief in development planning etc. Its members consist of local community figures.
Preparatory LKMD: still in the preparation process of forming an LKMD
LKMD Type 1:
An understanding and awareness of a LKMD has been developed. Meetings regarding the formation of an LKMD have been conducted; its organizational structure is in accord with the Internal Affairs Ministerial decree no 225, 1980; the organization has a stamp/seal, a LKMD name board and it requires the guidance and help of the government
LKMD Type 2 is capable of developing and conducting a work program, a PKK program. It utilizes village aid funds, and is able to activate the community’s self-supporting mutual co-operation.
LKMD Type 3 is capable of forming village development plans based on local potentials. Its source of funds are permanent, its administration and reports are in order, its sections function well (with a minimum of 3 sections).
