Leadership Matters

Community engagement is the process of groups and individuals working to affect the well-being of themselves and others in the community. It is accomplished through partnerships and coalitions that mobilize resources and influence systems, change relationships among partners, and serve as catalysts for change. Individuals working to engage in this process can provide important tools and resources so that community members gain greater voice and influence over decisions that impact their lives. Community engagement is both a science and an art. Dr. G and guests will discuss what community engagement is; why it is important in public and nonprofit sector work; and tips and community engagement best practices guests have discovered while facilitating efforts and delivering community based services.