Public Participation

Public Participation is any process that invites input for use in decision making processes. It is fundamental to democracy. Well done, community engagement results in better decisions and transparency in government.

With over 35 years experience P2 Solutions has earned a reputation as a trusted and valuable resource in the public participation community for designing and implementing effective public involvement processes that satisfy decision makers and the involved public.

Wendy Green Lowe, owner of P2 Solutions, has been a member of the recognized international authority on the practice of authentic public participation The International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) since 1992. She achieved her professional certification under IAP2 USA in 2018 and was elected to serve on the International Board of Directors from 2004 to 2008 and to the U.S. Board of Directors from 2013 to 2018. P2 Solutions is committed to practicing within IAP2’s foundations and principals for effective public participation, in full compliance with IAP2 Core Values and Code of Ethics.

 

P2 Solutions works with sponsoring organizations to determine the most appropriate level of public engagement to suit their needs and requirements using the IAP2 Public Participation Spectrum listed below.

Inform

Provide the public with balanced and objective information

Consult
Obtain public feedback on analysis, alternatives, and/or decisions

Involve
Work directly with the public throughout the process to ensure concerns are understood and considered

Collaborate
Partner with the public in each aspect of the decision including alternatives and solutions

Empower
Place final decision making in the hands of the public

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Some of Our Valued Public Participation Clients