Community Engagement: Engagement Process & Community Participation

Discover how to move beyond definitions and into action with this practical, hands-on session on community engagement.

In this session, we’ll explore:

• Proven methods of engagement – from surveys to street stalls
• How to apply an asset-based approach to strengthen communities
• Strategies for identifying stakeholders and valuing diversity in participation
• Practical ways to manage resources, limitations, and expectations
• Levels of participation – from consultation to decision-making and delivery

Through real-world case studies and interactive discussion, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to design inclusive engagement processes that build trust, empower communities, and deliver meaningful results.

Leave with a clear understanding of how to plan, implement, and sustain participation that makes a difference.