IAP2 USA

🚨 Have Your Say in Broadening Public Participation at the Federal Level! 🚨 The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) wants YOUR feedback on how federal agencies can improve public participation and community engagement. They’ve released: 📋 Draft guidance for agencies 📖 A toolkit outline to support meaningful public engagement Your voice matters in shaping how the federal government connects with communities like yours! 🔗 Submit your input here: https://lnkd.in/g7pVGXd9 💬 Join the conversation at the Listening Session: 🗓️ When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 ⏰ Time: 2:30 - 4:00 PM ET 📍 Register: https://lnkd.in/g7pVGXd9 🌟 Accessibility: ASL interpretation, live captioning, and audio translation in Spanish and Mandarin available. Let’s work together to make public engagement more inclusive and impactful! 🙌 #PublicEngagement #CommunityVoice #FederalParticipation #InclusiveGovernance

🗣️ Help shape the future of the IAP2 Spectrum! 🗣️ For over 25 years, the IAP2 Spectrum has been a cornerstone of effective engagement practices. Now it's time to revisit and refine it for today's evolving needs. We want to hear from you! 🌟 Contribute to the conversation in our Online Thought Exchange! Your insights will help ensure the Spectrum continues to serve both practitioners and communities effectively. 💬 Share your thoughts before the end of October 2024! 🔗 www.IAP2spectrum.com #CommunityEngagement #IAP2Spectrum #PublicParticipation

🗣️ Help shape the future of the IAP2 Spectrum! 🗣️ For over 25 years, the IAP2 Spectrum has been a cornerstone of effective engagement practices. Now it's time to revisit and refine it for today's evolving needs. We want to hear from you! 🌟 Contribute to the conversation in our Online Thought Exchange! Your insights will help ensure the Spectrum continues to serve both practitioners and communities effectively. 💬 Share your thoughts before the end of October 2024! 🔗 www.IAP2spectrum.com #CommunityEngagement #IAP2Spectrum #PublicParticipation

Join us for our first IAP2 Young Professionals Guest Speaker Event! We will be hearing experiences from our YP Co-chairs Scarlett & Rachel! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g3hec8TA #IAP2 #YoungProfessional #YP #GuestSpeaker #PublicParticipation #CommunityEngagement

IAP2 USA is Honoring the Trailblazers and Future Leaders of Public Participation. While the IAP2 Core Values Awards recognize the work done by organizations to advance P2, we are excited to offer two awards that honor individuals: The Greater Good Award is presented to an individual each year by the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) USA in recognition of excellence in the field of public participation in the United States. Nominees will have demonstrated outstanding leadership, service, and application of the IAP2 core values in the field of public participation. Candidates may be nominated by any IAP2 USA Member, Chapter or Committee. There are two categories of awards: (the same nomination form works for either of these awards) Greater Good Award: In recognition of people who have exerted leadership and made an impact on the profession over a period of years. Greater Good - Emerging Leader Award: In recognition of emerging leadership (for people who are under 35 and/or have fewer than five years in the practice) and are making a new impact on the profession. Know anyone who would qualify? Nominate them! Send in the nomination form https://ow.ly/Wgs350Sl1cm by July 31, 2024 to info@iap2usa.org (the same nomination form works for either of these awards). The final selection is made by the President and Executive Director of IAP2 USA. For more details visit IAP2 USA https://lnkd.in/g-UKMmDv #PublicParticipation #IAP2USA #GreaterGoodAward #EmergingLeader #FutureLeaders #LeadershipAward

📣 Don't miss these all new courses at the 2024 IAP2 USA Skills Symposium! 📣 Understanding Conflict in Public Participation | June 25 Understanding People and Communities | June 26 📅 When: June 24-28, 2024 📍 Where: Twin Cities St Paul, Minnesota Course Highlights: Understanding Conflict in Public Participation Manage and de-escalate conflicts Build trust and effective relationships Understanding People and Communities Embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion Foster meaningful community engagement 🔗 https://lnkd.in/guGB_UpM #IAP2USA2024 #PublicParticipation #ProfessionalDevelopment #DigitalEngagement #communityengagement #communityengagementmatters #professionaldevelopment

Join us for Designing for Diversity: Ethical, Equity-centered Engagement on June 25 & 26. In an increasingly diverse world, it's crucial to design and implement engagement processes that are ethical and equity-centered. This course, structured around a comprehensive Engagement Framework, will equip you with the skills to: Appreciate the spectrum of diversity 🌈 Define clear engagement objectives 📊 Identify and analyze stakeholders 🧐 Master the art and science of engagement design 🖌️🔬 Develop ethical and inclusive techniques 🤝 Recognize and address underrepresentation 🗣️ Evaluate and refine your engagement efforts 📈 Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact. Secure your spot now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/guGB_UpM #IAP2USA2024 #PublicParticipation #ProfessionalDevelopment #DigitalEngagement #DiversityAndInclusion #EquityCenteredEngagement

Register now for IAP2 USA's Annual General Membership Meeting, Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 EDT Join us to celebrate the organization’s 2023 accomplishments and check in on upcoming plans and priorities. This year, will offer some fun engagement opportunities for members to connect, share, and learn together. Open to members only. Please login to register. https://ow.ly/UZC350S7S5j Share your ideas and insights today! Strategic Plan Engagement Survey. https://ow.ly/Wf9450S7S5m

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨 Time is running out! Tomorrow is the final day to secure your spot at the 2024 IAP2 USA Skills Symposium, June 24-28, 2024, at the MnDOT Shoreview Training and Conference Center in Shoreview, MN. Expand your horizons, make meaningful connections, and supercharge your professional growth! Why Attend? 🌟 Expert speakers 🌟 Exclusive workshops 🌟 Unique networking opportunities 🌟 Cutting-edge insights Boost Your Networking Game 🔗 Broaden your professional network 🔗 Gain insights from industry leaders 🔗 Engage in thought-provoking discussions Empower Yourself with In-Person Learning 🎓 Small, focused cohorts 🎓 3 new IAP2 elective courses 🎓 2 new specialty courses 🎓 Expert-guided personal growth Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to propel your career forward. Register now before it's too late! 🔗 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/guGB_UpM #IAP2USA2024 #PublicParticipation #ProfessionalDevelopment #DigitalEngagement

IAP2 USA is looking for new leaders. Help set the direction of your expanding organization by nominating yourself or a colleague for board service. We are looking for candidates with a variety of professional expertise, cultural backgrounds, spectrum of life experiences, and geographic reach. This year’s board needs visionary and enthusiastic leaders intent on guiding the organization into the future. By serving on the IAP2 USA board of directors you will not only give back to your profession, you will develop leadership skills, and increase your knowledge and passion for the public participation practice. Consider becoming a Board member. To nominate yourself please fill in the Board Nomination form available on the IAP2 USA Website. https://ow.ly/GXmI50S7jkG For additional information review the nominations page or Board Nominations Package. https://ow.ly/GXmI50S7jkG For questions contact Erin Zimmermann Executive Director, IAP2 USA or Heather Imboden, Chair, Nominations Committee https://lnkd.in/g39RB-SW #leadershipopportunity #futureofIAP2