FOUNDATIONS IN PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TRAINING

Two modules, each focusing on one of the two major phases of public communication and participation – Planning and Techniques – offered over nine (9) 4 hour sessions in partnership with the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2).

Minimum Class Size: 15 | Maximum Class Size: 25

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Foundations in Public Participation – The International Association for Public Participation (IAP2)

Public involvement and community engagement are constantly evolving. IAP2’s highly respected training program remains laser focused on what you need to know to design and deliver effective programs in the challenging times.

Both new and experienced community engagement practitioners will benefit from the skills, proven techniques, and knowledge that you’ll learn in this highly interactive training program.

Foundations in Public Participation will prepare you to hit the ground running, armed with the knowledge and confidence you need to plan and execute effective community engagement. The program is divided into two modules, Planning and Techniques, for effective public participation. Upon completion of both modules, you will receive a certificate from IAP2.

Designed by successful practitioners who engage diverse populations on controversial topics around the world, this comprehensive program is grounded in what you, your peers, and your mentors have told us about your training needs.

Completely revamped in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, TPC is pleased to announce that we are ready to offer the International Association for Public Participation’s flagship Foundations Program ONLINE. Module One introduces a proven method for planning effective public participation and Module Two equips students with 40+ diverse methods for accomplishing engagement objectives. Both courses are delivered in half-day sessions full of interactive exercises and opportunities to get to work with your fellow students virtually. Class size, as always, is limited to 20 students to provide the maximum opportunity to learn.

Modules Overview

Module 1: Planning for Effective Public Participation (Five- 4 Hour Sessions)

NOTE: This course is a prerequisite for the subsequent module, Techniques for Effective Public Participation.

One major reason that community engagement initiatives fail relates to inadequate planning and preparation. This module provides you with proven strategies for planning to engage the public that will greatly increase your odds of success. This course introduces foundational concepts and provides ample opportunity to work through realistic case studies to help you prepare to your own public outreach and engagement efforts effectively. Module One covers:

Understanding the context of engagement and what motivates people to participate
Identifying decision-making processes and appropriate opportunities for engaging the public
Selecting an appropriate level of public participation and establishing clear and achievable objectives
Developing a detailed public participation plan and integrating communication strategies to ensure success
Identifying evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.

Module 2: Techniques for Effective Public Participation (Four- 4 Hour Sessions)

NOTE: This course requires completion of Module 1: Planning for Effective Public Participation.

Once you have learned the basics about how to plan for effective public participation, you’ll be ready for introduction to 40+ techniques for accomplishing diverse objectives. Instruction, small group exercises, videos, case studies, and demonstrations will introduce techniques you’ll be ready to deploy on your next project. Module Two introduces three categories of techniques:

Techniques for raising awareness and informing the public – which are essential for supporting the engagement of under-represented members of society
Techniques for collecting public input and understanding what the public is trying to communicate
Techniques for bringing people together that remain essential, even in these uncertain times.

In addition, Module Two explores how to use on-line engagement to expand your reach and provide more opportunity for including all voices.

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Pricing

Current Course Rates as of June 2021

Class	Days	Standard	Early
Foundations Both Modules	9- 4 hour sessions	$1,600	$1,450
Planning*	5- 4 hour sessions	$960	$870
Techniques	4- 4 hour sessions	$640	$580

*Prerequisite

Member Rates

AICP, IAP2, ICMA and NCDD ACTIVE MEMBER DISCOUNTS:

The Participation Company offers the following rates to active members of IAP2, ICMA and NCDD. These rates are valid through the last day of registration.

FULL WEEK (9- 4 hour sessions) Member Discount = $1,450
PLANNING* (5- 4 hour sessions) Member Discount = $870
TECHNIQUES (4-4 hour sessions) Member Discount = $580

For member discounts to apply, you must note AICP, IAP2, ICMA, or NCDD and your Member ID# in the COMMENTS box on the registration form, then choose the appropriate rate at checkout. Member rates are valid through the last day to register.

International Registration

(For those with a mailing/shipping address outside of the US.)

USPS, UPS and FEDEX will no longer guarantee shipments within their specific delivery schedules due to COVID-19. The sooner you register the more likely you will receive your manual(s) on time. Also the rates to ship are 4-5x more costly than shipping within the US, therefore anyone registering with a shipping address outside of the US will pay an additional $50 to cover a portion of the additional shipping fees. All participants with a shipping address outside of the US must be registered and paid not later than 15 Business Days in advance of the training event.

What to Expect after you register and pay:

Payment is due at registration. Manuals will not be shipped until payment is received. Manuals are mailed as early as fifteen (15) days in advance for International addresses, and as early as nine (9) days in advance for USA addresses. Manuals are expected to arrive during the week prior to training. An email with login instructions will be sent to you not less than two (2) business days before the start of the training.

If you need assistance, please contact us: 218-422-6432 or [email protected].

Register early, save with Early Bird pricing and help make this a successful event.

This not only saves you money and secures you a seat in a limited seating event (min 15, max 25), but it assists us in our planning because all training events require a minimum number of participants. Decisions for “go” or “no go” events are made not later than one (1) business day after the Early Bird Deadline. Decisions are based on registrations as of Early Bird Deadline.

For complete details please view our Policies.

AICP members can earn Certification Maintenance (CM) credits for this activity. When CM credits are available, they are noted at the end of an activity description. More information about AICP’s CM program can be found at www.planning.org/cm.