Citizen Lab

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

This August, we’ve been amazed again at how local governments worldwide are leveraging their CitizenLab platforms to engage with their communities. Dive into this selection of community engagement projects, curated by our participation experts, and let these examples inspire you!

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Citizen Lab

JUNE 21, 2023

Anonymous participation can be the key to unlocking engagement on topics that your community is divided on. Read more to learn how this latest feature can help increase engagement rates. The post Boost engagement with anonymous participation appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Citizen Lab

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The examples from CitizenLab’s international community, handpicked by our team of engagement experts, illustrate the power of collaborative decision-making. The post Inspiring community engagement examples and platforms #11 appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Citizen Lab

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The planning and engagement processes for these plans often take over two years to complete. This can make it difficult to establish and maintain meaningful engagement with community members throughout the process. By definition, comprehensive plans are complex, long-range, and broad in scope.

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Citizen Lab

APRIL 15, 2024

The latest episode of our podcast, Public Square, takes us to the bustling metropolis of New York City, where the Public Engagement Unit (PEU), under the leadership of Adrienne Lever has developed an innovative approach to community engagement.

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Citizen Lab

MARCH 28, 2023

The biggest, lingering fear in the back of many public servants’ minds is whether there is value in investing in online community engagement. And if you want an online component to your engagement efforts, why not just use social media? What is the return on investment (ROI) you make?

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Citizen Lab

JULY 18, 2023

Exploring the potential of community engagement, we encounter a multitude of innovative projects hosted on CitizenLab platforms. Learn more about the work of other local governments and let it inspire your own community engagement efforts!

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Citizen Lab

AUGUST 15, 2023

In this month's selection for our inspiring platforms series, we take you on a trip across different countries to learn more about other local governments' work and inspire your community engagement efforts! The post Community engagement examples: July’s inspiring platforms appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Citizen Lab

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Our team of engagement experts has handpicked these examples that are making real waves. The post Inspiring community engagement examples and platforms #10 appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. Dive in now to get inspired!

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Death and Taxes

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Blog post by Whitney Afonso, Zach Mohr, and Scott Powell Questions for Practitioners: When (as in time of year) should you engage citizens in budget simulations? Can I expect trust in our government to increase if we engage citizens in budget simulations? At any rate, a choice on how to start the simulation must be made.

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Citizen Lab

MARCH 6, 2024

One episode features an engaging discussion with Aja Hazelhoff from the City of Seattle, focusing on the crucial integration of equitable engagement into comprehensive planning.

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Citizen Lab

JUNE 21, 2023

Anonymous participation can be the key to unlocking engagement on topics that your community is divided on. Read more to learn how this latest feature can help increase engagement rates. The post Boost engagement with anonymous participation appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Citizen Lab

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The post Inspiring community engagement examples and platforms #12 appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. This selection introduces fresh, inspiring projects but also revisits some of the most noteworthy ones our community of 500+ local governments and organizations launched in the past year. Enjoy the read!

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Citizen Lab

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Executive Summary: Looking to create a more official and consolidated platform that allowed for additional oversight and increased transparency in government operations, such as the redesign of public spaces, the Carlisle team began looking at community engagement platforms.

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Citizen Lab

MARCH 13, 2023

Local governments are constantly seeking new ways to engage with their communities. Our platform has proven to be a valuable tool for facilitating this engagement, and governments all over the world are discovering new and innovative ways to use it.

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Citizen Lab

APRIL 13, 2023

In today’s world, local governments strive to establish effective community engagement projects with their communities. Our platform has emerged as an invaluable resource in facilitating this connection, with governments worldwide exploring creative ways to leverage its potential.

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Citizen Lab

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Traditionally, community engagement has been compartmentalized into offline and online methods, often treated as distinct and separate elements. It's time to blend these worlds, for instance by using digital engagement platforms as enhancers of offline community engagement.

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Citizen Lab

JUNE 12, 2023

Ever wondered how you match up on your community engagement efforts? The post Quiz: How strong is your culture of engagement? appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. We’ve got just the quiz for you. Answer a few questions, get a clear score of your efforts, and get resources to support you as you level up.

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Citizen Lab

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

From environmental improvement programs to new neighborhood developments, discover our curated selection of exemplary community engagement projects and get inspired by peers from around the world.

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Citizen Lab

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

From environmental improvement programs to new neighborhood developments, discover our curated selection of exemplary community engagement projects and get inspired by peers from around the world.

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Citizen Lab

MAY 15, 2023

The post Community engagement examples: April’s inspiring platforms appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. CitizenLab’s versatile and user-friendly platform is a real game-changer for involving more residents in all sorts of projects - from renovating parks over drafting data management strategies to preserving historical heritage.

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Citizen Lab

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

When it comes to community engagement, most governments' first concerns are the associated costs. An online community engagement platform can reduce the cost of participation drastically. The post How much does a community engagement platform cost? appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. Well… not always.

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Citizen Lab

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

From environmental improvement programs to new park developments, discover exemplary examples of community engagement and get inspired by peers from around the world. Seeking to honor the… The post Community engagement examples: November’s inspiring platforms appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Citizen Lab

AUGUST 1, 2022

When it comes to engaging with the public, social media is often a first instinct for many government officials. But… The post 4 reasons why social media isn’t enough for community engagement appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Citizen Lab

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Harnessing the full power of your community engagement platform requires effective moderation. The post Ensuring constructive conversations: Best practices for moderation of a community engagement platform appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. This ensures vibrant, inclusive dialogue and boosts trust.

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Citizen Lab

JULY 6, 2022

Community engagement isn’t just about increased transparency between government and residents. This is accomplished through detailed reporting, made possible with an online engagement platform and proper community collaboration.

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Super Library Marketing

MAY 3, 2023

Watch this video The #LibraryMarketing Show, Episode 188 I admit it… sometimes, when I hear a marketer use the word “engagement,” I sigh. Community engagement. Patron engagement. Email engagement. S ubscribe to this blog and you’ll receive an email whenever I post. Plus we give away kudos!

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Citizen Lab

OCTOBER 18, 2022

From the United Kingdom to Chile, cities and organizations around the world are building inspiring community engagement projects on our platform to connect with their residents in pursuit of building a better community. Learn from your global peers and explore their platforms below!

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Citizen Lab

JUNE 19, 2023

An effective community engagement team, similar to a well-tuned orchestra, relies on a mix of diverse roles each playing their unique part in harmony. The post Sculpting an impactful community engagement team: essential roles and skills appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

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Homeroom

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Department of Education Announcement on National Parents and Families Engagement Council appeared first on ED.gov Blog. We all share a vital concern for the future of our. Continue Reading. The post U.S.

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Citizen Lab

JANUARY 5, 2023

… The post Community engagement examples: December’s inspiring platforms appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. Want to see how our clients tackle these issues and co-create solutions with their communities? Let’s dive into six recent projects.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Education technology (EdTech) startups around the world use cloud technology to help facilitate these community connections and make education more collaborative and engaging. Discover how four AWS EdStart Members use AWS to create more connected and engaging educational experiences for learners around the world.

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Citizen Lab

JUNE 19, 2023

To remedy this and innovate for a 21st-century democracy, they should focus on building a culture of engagement. The post How to build a culture of engagement and tackle the public trust problem appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. Governments around the world are facing low trust levels from the public.

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Citizen Lab

JULY 18, 2023

Do you have a small team dedicated to community engagement efforts? The City of Allen has demonstrated how a small team can achieve excellent results by fostering widespread support throughout the organization and crafting a robust engagement strategy, strongly facilitated by its online community engagement platform.

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Citizen Lab

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan update (United States) In 2016,… The post <strong>Community engagement examples: September’s inspiring platforms</strong> appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog. Let’s dive into six recent projects.

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Citizen Lab

AUGUST 12, 2022

Storytelling is an important aspect of community engagement – that’s why Inform is the first step on the participation ladder. Storytelling cultivates a foundational understanding of an engagement topic, the parameters and criteria for engagement, and sheds inspiration for engagement.

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Citizen Lab

APRIL 24, 2023

As one of CitizenLab’s co-founders, current Commercial Director, and previous Head of Government Success, Aline Muylaert has extensive experience working with local governments to develop and implement successful community engagement initiatives.

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