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01 Indirect Tools to Involve

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Indirect tools to involve, such as digital/online surveys, design idea competitions, etc.

Questions to ask beforehand:
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Who is our target group?
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Is the target group well informed about the project/plan?
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To what extent does our target group use the Internet?
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What existing resources do we have? Which media could most effectively distribute the information?
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In the case of a design idea competition – how widespread would interest in this issue be? How complex is the problem – are we seeking purely creative ideas or a high level of technical expertise?
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What is our budget? How much time do we have for preparation?
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APPLICABILITY
EARLY PLANNING STAGES

To ensure that citizens’ ideas and proposals can be acted upon, early community involvement is essential.

Phases of analysis and preparation, as well as draft and pre-draft plan stages

RELEVANCE
LOCAL AND LARGE-SCALE PROJECTS

Indirect or remote participation tools are applicable to both local and large-scale projects, particularly for communities less likely to attend meetings or events (e.g., workers, business owners, etc.).

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
UNLIMITED

However, in the case of design competitions, it is advisable to define the scope – whether you are targeting a local competition or a larger, more costly international one.

PHYSICAL PRESENCE
NOT REQUIRED / REMOTE

Stakeholders do not need to be physically present for this tool to function effectively.

BUDGET
MEDIUM

The budget may vary depending on the tools used and their complexity. For example, an international design competition may cost more than a local or student competition due to prizes, preparation costs, and jury fees.

from 10,000 to 70,000 BAM

TIMEFRAME / DEADLINE
MEDIUM

The timeframe may also vary depending on the number and complexity of the tools used. However, the overall range is

from 30 to 90 days

EXPERT SUPPORT
MODERATE

This may include an existing PR team or media professionals to prepare digital surveys. In the case of a design idea competition, members of the jury and subject-matter experts may be required to prepare competition materials.

PR expert, urban planning specialist, jury members (3 to 7 members)

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