Big consultations matter, but they should not be the only time residents get a say. This guide brings together 25 easy-to-run ideas for involving people more often, whether you add a small participation moment to work already underway or launch a light standalone initiative. Each idea is designed to be focused, meaningful, and realistic to follow through on.
Participation is most effective when it's not the work of one team, but a shared capability across the whole organization. This guide explores the six enablers that help local governments move from ad-hoc, fragmented engagement to a coordinated, organization-wide approach.
Written in collaboration with the Department of Civic Things, part one of this two-part series explores the steps you need to take to create a sustainable and effective engagement strategy for your government agency. Dive into the best practices and guidelines on equitable, meaningful community engagement and build a stronger community together with your residents.
Are you considering a community engagement and consultation platform but unsure how to navigate the process? Or are you already using a platform and feel it’s time to gauge the market again and ensure your solution is as future-proof as possible? This guide will help you navigate the procurement process efficiently and choose the engagement solution that best suits your organization’s needs.
In 20 minutes, you’ll see how to reach the hard-to-reach residents, collect higher-quality input, and make better-informed decisions — all in one AI-supercharged platform.
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