Oftentimes it can feel like your community engagement project is just one of the many things competing for your residents’ time. As a result, you’ve probably found yourself wondering how you can make engagement more appealing and participation more exciting. The good news is that there are plenty of creative...
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Whether it’s a commitment to sustainable urban development, waste and pollution control, managing biodiversity, or educating households and businesses on environmental policy, local governments play a critical role in moving forward environmental programs in their local communities. Because environment and sustainability projects are so complex and far-reaching, when creating plans...
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In this limited series, we explore the progress, challenges, and future trends in GovTech through conversations with leaders across all levels in the sector. Marisa Denker has deep expertise in inclusive public and stakeholder engagement, strategic communications, stakeholder management, and participatory research. She is the founder and CEO of Connect...
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As an organization dedicated to promoting democracy and inclusive government, CitizenLab stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to wear on its people with physical and psychological damage, we cannot passively watch – we must organize in support of Ukraine and its...
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In this limited series, we explore the progress, challenges, and future trends in GovTech through conversations with leaders across all levels in the sector. Crandall O. Jones is a career public administrator with 39 years of experience and is currently the Municipal Administrator of the Municipality of Norristown, PA, Adjunct...
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Whether you’ve been updating bicycle infrastructure or you’re struggling to connect transit options, it’s key to make your city’s mobility plan as inclusive as possible. So what exactly should you consider, and how should you go about it? Why is inclusive mobility planning important for communities? Mobility isn’t just about...
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We hear it often: you want to reach more of your community, and go beyond the same 10 loudest voices in the room. You want your process to be more inclusive so that everyone has the tools necessary to fully participate. However, some groups are harder to reach than others....
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