The international association of public participation iap2 developed the spectrum of public participation to help clarify the role of the public in the project planning and decisionmaking process. Since the spectrums evolution, many reputable engagement practitioners have shared their thoughts about its effectiveness. Public participation is similar to but more inclusive than stakeholder engagement generally public participation seeks and facilitates the involvement of those potentially affected by or interested in a decision. The core values were developed with broad international input to identify those aspects of public participation that cross national, cultural and. Three days of approximately 380 minutes of instruction daily, one 60minute lunch daily and two 15minute breaks daily.
Embedding the iap2 core values in organisations and projects that demonstrate leading practice is a key focus for the awards. Iap2 foundations in public participation register for 5 days. Public participation is based on the belief that those who are affected by a decision have a right to be involved in the decisionmaking process. Iap2 iap2 developed the core values for the practice of public participation for use in developing and implementing public participation processes to help inform better decisions that reflect the interests and concerns of potentially affected people and entities. Iap2 spectrum developed by the international association for public participation inform consult involve collaborate empower public participation goal to provide the public with balanced and objective information to assist them in understanding the problem, alternatives andor solutions. Iap2 is an international member association that seeks to promote and improve the practice of public participation and community engagement. It consists of a series of activities and actions by a sponsor agency over the full lifespan of a project to both inform the public and obtain input from them. The framework differentiates between the different levels of participation depending on the project goals, time frames resources and level of concern or priority. The stakeholder should have a say in decisions about actions that could affect their lives. In recent years loss of public trust in authorities and politicians has become a widespread concern in many democratic societies. When you join iap2 usa, you join a community of public participation p2 practitioners. Practice of public participation as an international leader in public participation, iap2 has developed the iap2 core values for the practice of public participation for use in developing and implementing public participation processes. Core values for the practice of public participation. A warm welcome to all our iap2 southern africa members, friends of iap2, and other interested stakeholders and groups across the african continent.
John godec, board member of the international association for public participation iap2. Public participation is a process, not a single event. The public participation promotes sustainable decisions by recognizing and communicating the needs. Iap2 core values for the practice of public participation. Public participation iap2 federation has grown into an international. The iap2 certificate program in public participation. Iap2 federations core values for public participation professionals define the expectations and aspirations of the public participation process. Iap2s core values and code of ethics for public participation practitioners iap2s spectrum of public participation was designed to assist with the selection of the level of participation that defines the publics role in any public participation process. Iap2 core values iap2 developed the core values for the practice of public participation for use in developing and implementing public and entities. Practitioners should adhere to these values for community. Template to use for developing public participation plans. It brings together individuals, governments, institutions and other entities that affect the public interest throughout the world. The spectrum of public participation was developed by the international association of public participation iap2 to help clarify the role of the public or community in planning and decisionmaking, and how much influence the community has over planning or decisionmaking processes. Iap2 s seven core values go to the very heart of our association and guide.
Iap2 usa is an affiliate of the worldwide international association for public participation. A philosophical look at how best to navigate the online world pm magazine, april 2020. Iap2 spectrum of public participation, new spectrum 1 larry susskind is professor of. Iap2 core values iap2 developed the core values for the practice of public participation for use in developing and implementing public participation processes to help inform better decisions that reflect the interests and concerns of potentially affected people and entities. To obtain public feedback on analysis, alternatives andor. Iap2 core values of public participation iap2 canada. Iap2 australasia is proud to be recognised as an affiliate of the international association for public participation iap2. Every year the iap2 core values judging team have a hard time in separating the stellar applications. May 1, 2009 in a strong democracy, citizens and government work together to build a society that protects. Download the iap2 2019 conference app to view session information, network and read. Iap2 core values for public participation for use in the development. Planning for effective public participation, foundations. Charter for public participation a guide to assist. Public participation includes the promise that the publics contribution will influence the decision.
The iap2 public participation spectrum reflections social. These core values were developed over two years with broad international input to identify those. Iap2 sa is the regional affiliate of the international association for public participation iap2 read more. Stakeholder participation promotes sustainable decisions by. Iap2 s spectrum of public participation was designed to assist. Convener, iap2 international core values awards from the iap2 international chair on behalf of the international association for public participation iap2, i am honoured to present the winners and finalists of the 2017 iap2 core values awards. The code of ethics supports and reflects iap2s core values. The core values define the expectations and aspirations of the public participation process. Iap2 developed the core values for the practice of public participation for use in developing and implementing public participation processes to help inform better decisions that reflect the interests and concerns of potentially affected people and entities.
Core values for the practice of public participation the public should have a say in decisions about actions that could affect their lives. The following individuals made up the core public engagement principles pep working group. Iap2 s core values for engagement professionals define the expectations and aspirations of the engagement process. We are a member association incorporating individuals, governments, institutions and other entities that affect the public interest throughout the world. International association for public participation 2007 core values award winners organization of the year calgary board of education, calgary, alberta, canada project of the year cowinners putting the public in public health public engagement on community control measures for pandemic influenza. The iap2 public participation spectrum reflections.
It identifies five levels of public participation or community engagement. Iap2 spectrum of public participation community momentum. International association for public participation iap2 code of ethics for public participation practitioners pdf 1 pg, 37k. Public participation is any process that involves the public in problem solving, planning, policy setting, or decision making. The international association for public participation the international association for public participations 2007 core values are often referred to in this regard and consist of seven broad principles, which stipulate. Contact the iap2 federation for permission to use the iap2 core values. Strategies and tools for effective public participation.
Tom atlee, director of the cointelligence institute. Iap2 code of ethics for public participation practitioners. Iap2 code of ethics for public participation practitioners supports and reflects iap2 s core values for the practice of public participation. Iap2 code of ethics for public participation practitioners supports and re. Iap2s seven core values go to the very heart of our association and guide how we think about and practice authentic engagement. Planning for effective public participation foundations in public participation agenda schedule should include. The code of ethics speaks to the actions of practitioners.
Public participation includes the promise that the publics. Reflections on the iap2 international association for public participation spectrum i remember well how thrilled i was to come across a thoughtful framework for community engagement, the iap2 spectrum, in the late 1990s. The core values were developed with broad international input to identify those aspects of public participation that cross national, cultural and religious boundaries. Planning for effective public participation is a prerequisite for all. The public should have a say in decisions about actions that affect their lives. Iap2s spectrum of public participation was designed to assist. The core values were developed with broad international input to identify those. This course helps you gain the confidence you need to hit the ground running. Developed by some highly skilled and generous practitioners in north america, it has since become the most recognizable brand and image related. We hold ourselves accountable for these principles. Home your peak body for engagement iap2 australasia. The iap2 core values awards recognise and encourage projects and organisa tions that are at the forefront of public participation. Iap2 core values of public participation as an international leader in public participation, iap2 has developed the iap2 core values for public participation for use in the development and implementation of public participation processes. Preamble as members of iap2, we recognize the importance of a code of ethics, which guide the actions of.
Core principles for public engagement developed collaboratively in spring 2009 by dozens of leaders in public engagement, with the expectation of ongoing dialogue and periodic revision. Processes based on the core values have been shown to be the most successful and respected. The spectrum shows that differing levels of participation are legitimate and depend on. Th ese core values were developed over a two year period with broad international input. In the international association for public participation iap2 foundations in public participation course, you will learn to apply iap2s approach to public participation in your very next process. Values based values will inform stakeholders opinions, concerns, fears, hopes and dreams. To effectively carry out public participation, the utility needs to embrace seven core values. Core values 203 key principles and evaluation criteria 203. Both decisionmakers and partici pants find these worthwhile and meaning ful. We use the term public participation to describe these situations, though the same activities are also described as community or stakeholder consultation. To obtain public feedback on analysis, alternatives andor decisions. Definition adapted from those of the international association for public participation iap2, the canadian standards association, and the world bank.
Core values define the expectations and aspirations of the public participation process. Each student receives a detailed student workbook as well as a copy of the iap2 public participation. Iap2sa promoting excellence in public participation in. The international association for public participation the international association for public participations 2007 core values are often referred to in this regard and. International association for public participation iap2 4. Public participation seeks input from participants in designing how they participate. Public participation, also known as citizen participation, is the inclusion of the public in the activities of any organization or project. Iap2 s core values and code of ethics for public participation practitioners iap2 s spectrum of public participation was designed to assist with the selection of the level of participation that defines the public s role in any public participation process. B the lap2 core values for the practice of public participation b the lap2 code of ethics for public participation practitioners the lap2 public participation spectrum iap2s core values describe the expecta tions of citizens in democratic societies when asked. Iap2 annual reports international association for public. Other important topics include the practical application of the iap2 core values for public participation and using the iap2 code of ethics as a guide to both practitioners and clients. Iap2 foundations in public participation register for 5.
Wed like to share a few iap2 spectrum reflections that we found interesting. Iap2 developed these core values to define the aspirations and expectations of public participation processes. The detailed real world examples and practical handson exercises will give you the tools needed to build realistic public consensus among your stakeholders. Iap2s core values describe the expecta tions of citizens in democratic societies when asked to participate in public decisionmaking processes. The iap2 spectrum includes five levels of public participation. Iap2 code of ethics for public participation practitioners supports and reflects iap2s core values for the practice of public participation. If you are involved in public participation in southern africa, then iap2 sa is for. Iap2 developed the core values for the practice of public participation for use in developing and implementing public participation processes to help inform. Feb 14, 2017 the spectrum of public participation is underpinned by seven values.
Core values, ethics, spectrum the 3 pillars of public. As an international leader in public participation, iap2 has developed the. Public participation iap2, 2007b has identified core values of participation. The iap2 code of ethics is a set of principles to guide public participation practitioners in. Iap2s seven core values go to the very heart of our association and guide. Employing public participation principles to involving and informing people international association for public participation, see iap2 core values, code of ethics and spectrum of public participation, also the pci process by heaston and whitney, 2003 enabling and encouraging. Reflections on the iap2 spectrum max hardy consulting. Provide technical assistance to improve public participation. Iap2 foundations for the practice of public participation the core values are one o f the foundations of the iap2 framework for decisionfocused, values. Public participation is a regarded as one potential solution to the crisis in public trust and governance, particularly in the uk, europe, and other democracies. Iap2s public participation spectrum inform consult involve collaborate empower publ i c p a r t i c ip a t i on go a l to provide the public with balanced and objective information to assist them in understanding the problem, alternatives, opportunities andor solutions.
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