The selection criteria of the communities are founded on the basic concept of a unit with strong social cohesion and homogeneity of space management.

Moreover, the choice took into account the pastoral aspect of the community. The logic of preparation of the CDP supposes work with agro-pastorals communities localized in areas with weak rainfall (less than 250 mm per year).

Indeed, the choice related to the rural district of Sekouma-Irzaine (rural commune of Tancherfi) and Ouled Slimane (rural commune of Guettitir):