INTRODUCTION
KEY STEPS
Stages
Roundtables
About the project
INTRODUCTION
KEY STEPS
Stages
Roundtables
About the project

What is Public
Participation?

Public participation is the engagement of citizens and citizen groups in urban planning processes.

Public participation stands on three pillarsFostering connections; building mutual trust and reaching agreements; broadening public engagementEnabling and hearing the public’s voice; providing clear and easily accessible information; developing mechanisms for capacity building and public education; delivering visible results; ensuring frequent feedback on the projectConnectionsCommunicationShaping common goals that serve the public interest; strengthening mutual trust and resolving conflictCommunity
Public participation stands on three pillarsShaping common goals that serve the public interest; strengthening mutual trust and resolving conflictCommunityFostering connections; building mutual trust and reaching agreements; broadening public engagementConnectionsEnabling and hearing the public’s voice; providing clear and easily accessible information; developing mechanisms for capacity building and public education; delivering visible results; ensuring frequent feedback on the projectCommunication

How can public participation be made relevant?

The success and relevance of public participation depend directly on how carefully the participation process is planned.

The guiding principles that contribute to successful public participation in planning processes are:Going beyond the usual participants in public discussions; involving all social groups, including vulnerable and marginalized citizens.Defining a strategy for participation; identifying target groups; gathering resources; measuring impact; providing feedback, whether positive or negative.Clear and open communication; visible results and feedback.Offering diverse formats for communication and participation; using digital media to reach more people, but without setting unrealistic expectations.Adapting the format and public participation to the needs and characteristics of the target group.InclusionPlanning and feedbackTransparencyInnovative yet realistic approachFlexibility
The guiding principles that contribute to successful public participation in planning processes are:Going beyond the usual participants in public discussions; involving all social groups, including vulnerable and marginalized citizens.Adapting the format and public participation to the needs and characteristics of the target group.Defining a strategy for participation; identifying target groups; gathering resources; measuring impact; providing feedback, whether positive or negative.Clear and open communication; visible results and feedback.Offering diverse formats for communication and participation; using digital media to reach more people, but without setting unrealistic expectations.InclusionFlexibilityPlanning and feedbackTransparencyInnovative yet realistic approach
What are the key steps before starting the process?Key steps
What are the key steps before starting the process?Key steps
PRIVACY POLICY
TERMS OF USE