Although there is no commonly agreed upon community engagement definition and the use of the term varies widely (encompassing notions of consultation, participation, collaboration, and empowerment), community engagement captures its meaning in mutual decision-making. People, governments, and organizations work collaboratively to create – and realize – sustainable visions for their community’s future. For governments and organizations, it’s about working with and listening to communities to build long-term relationships and develop meaningful solutions to complex issues. By deepening these relationships, ideally, the value of inclusivity is central, where companies can create dialogues that reflect the various perspectives of a multi-faceted community.
We are building bridges between people and the “bottom-line.”