| Fundamental Human Needs |
Being (qualities) |
Having (things) |
Doing (actions) |
Interacting (settings) |
| subsistence |
physical and mental health |
food, shelter work |
feed, clothe, rest, work |
living environment, social setting |
| protection |
care, adaptability autonomy |
social security, health systems, workc |
co-operate, plan, take care of, help |
social environment, dwelling |
| affection |
respect, sense of humour, generosity, sensuality |
friendships, family, relationships with nature |
share, take care of, make love, express emotions |
privacy, intimate spaces of togetherness |
| understanding |
critical capacity, curiosity, intuition |
literature, teachers, policies educational |
analyse, study,meditate investigate, |
schools, families universities, communities, |
| participation |
receptiveness, dedication, sense of humour |
responsibilities, duties, work, rights |
cooperate, dissent, express opinions |
associations, parties, churches, neighbourhoods |
| leisure |
imagination, tranquillity spontaneity |
games, parties, peace of mind |
day-dream, remember, relax, have fun |
landscapes, intimate spaces, places to be alone |
| creation |
imagination, boldness, inventiveness, curiosity |
abilities, skills, work, techniques |
invent, build, design, work, compose, interpret |
spaces for expression, workshops, audiences |
| identity |
sense of belonging, self- esteem, consistency |
language, religions, work, customs, values, norms |
get to know oneself, grow, commit oneself |
places one belongs to, everyday settings |
| freedom |
autonomy, passion, self-esteem, open-mindedness |
equal rights |
dissent, choose, run risks, develop awareness |
anywhere |
Max-Neef on Human Needs and Human-scale Development
http://www.rainforestinfo.org.au/background/maxneef.htm