Listening to the Voice of the People; Community Engagement 101 Dimer_Heart Foundation.pdf · Voice...
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Definition of Community (Aboriginal Elder from Arnhem Land)
When you live in a place that you love
You can stand up
But the wind can blow you over
When you live in a place that you love
With the people that you love
You can stand up and walk
But you can walk in the wrong direction
When you live in a place that you love
With the people that you love
Doing the things that you love
You can stand up like a kangaroo
And a kangaroo cannot walk backwards
Measures to REAL Community Engagement
• Consultation networks/partnerships
• Governance structure• Charter of Principles • Program methodology • Community feedback• Evaluation
Charter of Principles (9)
Committed to the following principles. No particular order. Considered to be interdependent and of equal weight and importance.
• Community Control
• Holistic Approach,
• Cultural Safety,
• Equality,
• Reciprocity and Inclusion,
• Best Practice,
• Building Community Capacity,
• Accountability,
• Sustainability
Program Design
• Identify key questions based on community need
• Identify leaders in community• Seek permission to interview• Collate responses, ensure feedback
given to community people engaged • Saturation level reached• Conduct focus community groups• Provide feedback• Develop program design
Summary
• Cultural diversity within Aboriginal groups• Need to consult with the people• Need to Listen more and speak less• Need to reflect on what is shared• Programs need to be targeted and culturally
specific• Need to re-evaluate self and the program • Enable ownership by the people