[2014] The Communication for Rural Development Guidelines for Planning and Project Formulation have been developed for managers and formulators of rural development projects and programmes, who recognize the value of Communication for Development and are willing to integrate it in the project cycle to enhance its overall effectiveness and sustainability. In particular, this document seeks to provide practical orientation during the initial phases of project identification and formulation, as a way to ensure effective planning and implementation of ComDev activities. The publication provides a step-by-step guide to embed ComDev in the design of rural development programmes and projects. It also looks at the ComDev planning process in detail, presenting key practical tools to formulate and monitor the implementation of ComDev strategies and plans in support of field initiatives.