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🚀 Redefining Community Engagement and Policymaking in Northern Ireland 🚀 In a world where data drives decisions, how do we ensure community voices are heard loud and clear? We’ve partnered with Northern Ireland Local Government Association to bring Citizen Led Impact (CLI) to local authorities across Northern Ireland. This groundbreaking approach empowers communities to take an active role in shaping policy, while leveraging the power of data insights to ensure those policies are effective and inclusive. 👥 The Problem: Too often, policies are designed without real input from the people most affected by them. This disconnect leads to ineffective solutions and eroded trust between communities and governments. ✨ The Solution: Our Citizen Led Impact model bridges the gap by integrating community input directly into the policymaking process. With powerful data insights, local authorities can now make decisions that reflect the true needs of the people they serve. Community-driven engagement: CLI ensures that policies are not only informed by data but also shaped by the community’s voice. Better outcomes: When communities and governments work hand in hand, everyone benefits. 👉 Read the full blog post here: https://www.impera-https://lnkd.in/ekN2zM8F #PolicyMaking #CommunityEngagement #DataDrivenDecisions #CitizenLedImpact #ImperaAnalytics #NILGA #InclusiveGovernance #SocialProgress #NorthernIreland

Government communicators: Engagement is happening. If you’re not getting the responses you want, check out these best practices on how to leverage CBOs to reach the right people

Best Practice Tip: Prioritizing connections and fostering trust helps ensure that residents feel heard and represented. Here are five collaborative strategies state and local governments can use to build lasting connections. https://hubs.ly/Q02w97j_0 #CommunityEngagement #PublicTrust PublicInput

Young people have been disproportionately affected by multiple crises. Trust in government and public institutions has declined among youth, with many feeling that their voices are ignored in decision-making processes. Engaging young people in participatory governance and creating and safeguarding inclusive structures, processes and spaces such as youth organizations, activism, community research, and councils can lead to more effective and sustainable public policy.  source- world Public Sector Report 2023

Wales Centre for Public Policy | Canolfan Polisi Cyhoeddus Cymru explores the fiscal challenges facing local government, and argues that fostering and sustaining strong community partnerships will be essential for success. Read the full article here ➡️ https://ow.ly/lzly50SQ5qg #thewelshagenda

#governmentaffairs #governmentrelations #communityrelations This 👇 is a step in the right direction and will pave way for an enabling environment at grassroots level for public private partnership and collaboration.

How Officials Ignored Community Voices Before the Crisis Join us in this insightful exploration of community relations as we critique past mistakes and discuss important policy changes. Discover how officials are bridging the gap between their promises and the community’s expectations, and ignite a conversation that matters! #CommunityRelations #PolicyChange #SocialMediaImpact #PublicEngagement #CommunityVoices #CriticalDiscussion #LocalGovernment #SocietyMatters #CivicEngagement #TransparencyInGovernment

🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of Local Government Transformation! 🎉 Yesterday marked the golden anniversary of a pivotal moment in the history of local governance. 🗳️ On April 1st, 1974, the Local Government Act 1974 came into force, reshaping the landscape of community representation and administration. 🏛️ Let's take a moment to reflect on the profound impact this legislation has had on our local communities over the past five decades. The Local Government Act 1974 laid the groundwork for a more streamlined and accountable system of local governance, fostering greater autonomy and responsiveness to the needs of citizens. From empowering local councils to enhancing public services, its legacy continues to shape the fabric of our society. As we commemorate this milestone, let's recognize the dedicated individuals who have served their communities tirelessly, embodying the spirit of public service that lies at the heart of local government. 🌟 Their commitment to fostering civic engagement and driving positive change has been instrumental in building stronger, more resilient communities. Looking ahead, let's remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding the principles of transparency, inclusivity, and collaboration that underpin effective local governance. Together, we can continue to build upon the foundation laid by the Local Government Act 1974, ensuring that our communities thrive for generations to come. Here's to 50 years of progress, innovation, and community empowerment! 🥳🏙️ #LocalGovernment #CommunityEngagement #AnniversaryCelebration

Engagement Matters Part 3: Sustaining collaboration between governments and community groups. The use of projects and teams helps to organize information and delegate responsibility and initiatives. https://ow.ly/syLB50RAp3H

Communities across the U.S. are stepping up to tackle the challenges of affordable housing, migrant support, and environmental justice. From churches repurposing spaces for those in need to innovative solutions for heat islands, we’re seeing collaboration in action. 🏘️💚 Read more about how faith-based organizations, cities, and advocates are coming together to create lasting change. https://buff.ly/3TzpUfu