Introduction to Community Engagement for Council Officers
Duration: 1 Day
Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face only
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Community Engagement Officers and Managers in the Community Development, Communications Officers, Community Services, Planning and Development, Infrastructure and Strategic Planning areas.
Overview
Community engagement is about involving communities in decision making processes, which is critical in the successful development of acceptable policies and sustainable decisions in government, the private sector, and the community.
This one-day workshop is designed for staff who need to understand the basics of engaging with the community when it is required under Section 50 of the LG Act; and where community input can contribute to sustainable decision making.
The Community Engagement Project undertaken by the LGA produced a handbook resource for Councils across South Australia.
The Community Engagement Handbook is based on the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) model and provides a basic community engagement framework for Councils.
Key Learnings
- What is meant by community engagement in a local government context
- Spectrum of community engagement
- Legislative requirements in relation to local government decision making
- Planning, implementing and evaluating community engagement
- Developing a community engagement plan
Facilitator
Brett Manuel, Associate, North Projects
Brett is a skillfull, senior Stakeholder and Community Engagement practitioner with experience strategically planning and delivering cutting edge community and stakeholder engagement programs, predominantly for SA Government departments.
A motivator and innovator, Brett thinks differently and comes up with solutions which minimise stakeholder risks and maximises project benefits.
His collaborative work style and contribution to social justice initiatives, underpinned by inclusive community and stakeholder engagement practices, have been positively acknowledged by work colleagues and project stakeholders alike.
Additional Information
This course is part one of a two-part series. Part two is
Techniques for Participation in Community Engagement.
Staff who want to understand how to select the most appropriate technique need to first understand the basics of community engagement in a local government context.
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘
Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an
‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2080 or at
training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions.
For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Upcoming Short Courses
Name |
Date |
Time |
Location |
Cost (inc GST) |
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Introduction to Community Engagement for Council Officers |
2 May 2025 |
09:30 am - 04:00 pm |
LG House - 148 Frome Street, Adelaide |
$670.00 |
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