2.1. Process of Public Participation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is public participation?

   Hint

   Think about how communities can be involved in decisions that affect them.

2. 2.

   What role does early engagement play in public participation?

   Hint

   Consider why being involved from the start is important.

3. 3.

   What is one key aspect of effective public participation?

   • One-time meetings
   • Early community engagement
   • Exclusivity

   Hint

   Consider when you think community input should begin.

4. 4.

   True or False: Representation is only about the quantity of people involved.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   What does good representation ensure?

5. 5.

   In a community project, the budget is tight, and not everyone can attend meetings. Propose strategies to ensure effective participation.

   Hint

   Think about how technology can bridge the gap.

6. 6.

   Analyse the impact of excluding certain demographic groups from public participation. What consequences might arise?

   Hint

   Consider the repercussions of unequal representation.