IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation

We are very excited to be launching the next evolution of training that builds on our foundational best practices. Our flagship Foundations training program has been updated and now consists of three core courses. Visit our training calendar to register for updated course offerings.

As a key leader in the public participation sector IAP2 USA provides skills-based learning to people and organizations on what they need to know and do, so that they can successfully develop, deliver, and lead authentic engagement processes.

IAP2 Certificate Program

IAP2 USA's Certificate in Public Participation (P2) consists of 3 core courses - Fundamentals of Public Participation, Designing Public Participation, and Applying Methods. Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this professional development certificate program builds on the foundations of public participation training and best practices from around the globe to provide participants with over 30 hours of effective training in public participation and engagement.

#1 Fundamentals of Public Participation

Prerequisite for Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods

The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

Course objectives

By the end of this course participants will be able to:

    • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
    • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
    • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice
    • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
    • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
    • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
    • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
    • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

#2 Designing & Leading Public Participation

Designing Public Participation (P2) is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans. This includes scoping, community mapping, determining purpose and objectives and levels of influence, choosing appropriate methods and managing resources, while considering the needs of diverse audiences. The course is suitable for practitioners who are leading the planning and implementation of P2 processes.

Course objectives:

1. For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes:

        • Develop a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables
        • Conduct detailed stakeholder analysis, community mapping and equity analysis
        • Identify appropriate roles and levels of influence for key participants
        • Establish clear engagement purpose and objectives and success criteria/measures to suit scenario
        • Identify relevant profiles of engagement
        • Conduct a detailed risk/opportunities assessment
        • Identify key roles for senior leaders and decision makers

2. Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis

3. Embed digital strategies, platforms, tools and methods as part of the plan and process

4. Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario

5. Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan

6. Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan

7. Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

#3 Applying Methods for Public Participation 

Designing Public Participation is a prerequisite for this course

Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to a large number of P2 methods.

This includes learning how to design specific methods, developing good question design, and having an opportunity to practice running some methods.

The course is suitable for practitioners who are part of a team implementing a P2 process and are looking for the practical skills to be effective in designing and applying methods.

Course objectives:

1. Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process.

2. Research, design and test a F2F and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.

3. Apply the four steps of designing a method incorporating the eight key components of

method design.

4. Develop rational and experiential aims.

5. Design an appropriate format.

6. Design questions and process.

7. Develop appropriate communications.

8. Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing.

9. Incorporate inclusion and diversity principles

10. Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures.

11. Identify resources required.

12. Explore a variety of both F2F and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative

Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).

13. Analyze the specific requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs and strategize to develop these methods for delivery.

14. Identify principles for monitoring online activity.

15. Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.

16. Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.

17. Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Who should attend

The courses are suitable for new and emerging public participation practitioners or anyone involved in engagement projects in all levels of government, private industry, utilities, environmental agencies, community organizations, not-for-profit and education providers who would like to understand and deliver engagement in an USA context.

Upon completion

Participants will receive a certificate of completion from IAP2 for each course completed. Upon completing the three core courses, participants will receive a Certificate in Public Participation.

This professional development certificate program is a next step on your journey to becoming a P2 professional and separate from the IAP2 USA’s designations (CP3 & MCP3). It is important to note that participants of the Certificate in Public Participation are not certified P2 professionals. Learn more about how to become a certified P2 professional.

The benefits of IAP2 USA training:        

1. Practical knowledge and theory delivered in an inclusive training environment
2. Training is participatory and experiential, with lots of positive interaction between participants from a diverse range of backgrounds
3. Materials are contextualized for the unique needs and cultural context for U.S.A
4. All trainers are experienced trainers AND practitioners, able to reflect on current and real-world examples
5. Flexible learning pathways for participants ensuring that all training is relevant and applicable
6. Certificate in Public Participation is recognized as the standard for engagement professionals
7. All participants receive a quality training manual, with access to additional resources (where applicable)

    Upcoming IAP2 Certificate in P2 Courses

    • Designing & Leading Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

      • April 14, 2025
      • April 17, 2025
      • 4 sessions
      • Online with Cathy Smith + Kimberly Horndeski
      • 10
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      Designing & Leading Public Participation

      Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans. This includes scoping, community mapping, determining purpose and objectives and levels of influence, choosing appropriate methods and managing resources, while considering the needs of diverse audiences. The course is suitable for practitioners who are leading the planning and implementation of P2 processes.

      Course objectives:

      1. For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes:

      • Develop a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables
      • Conduct detailed stakeholder analysis, community mapping and equity analysis
      • Identify appropriate roles and levels of influence for key participants
      • Establish clear engagement purpose and objectives and success criteria/measures to suit scenario
      • Identify relevant profiles of engagement
      • Conduct a detailed risk/opportunities assessment
      • Identify key roles for senior leaders and decision makers

      2. Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis

      3. Embed digital strategies, platforms, tools and methods as part of the plan and process

      4. Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario

      5. Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan

      6. Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan

      7. Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

        Professional Certification/Credits


         — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

        Trainer: Cathy Smith

        Cathy’s work in the inter-related fields associated with climate change—land use, transportation, water, energy, health—brings depth of knowledge and understanding of current engagement needs. As a past community mediator and practicing writer and storyteller, her engagement insights span from conflict management to communications. She’s one of 15 Certified Public Participation Practitioners in the country, a graduate of USD’s School of Law, and IAP2USA’s Past President.


        Trainer: Kimberly Horndeski

        Kimberly is a certified mediator, facilitator, and the Executive Director for Community Consulting LLC. Her work focuses on integrating policy and science to engage stakeholders, develop strategic plans, promote collaboration, and transform conflict into successful strategies for the future. She has led multiple state and national working groups to overcome challenges and reach consensus. Her projects include bottom-up approaches, such as working with nonprofits to develop effective strategies to engage elected officials in adopting initiatives, and top-down approaches, such as assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service throughout the nation to incorporate stakeholder values in the decision-making processes for federally-listed threatened and endangered species.
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      • Puget Sound Chapter | Fundamentals of Public Participation

        • April 21, 2025
        • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
        • Alki Room, 1501 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
        • 17
        Register

         Fundamentals of Public Participation

        The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

        The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

        Course objectives

        By the end of this course participants will be able to:

        • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
        • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
        • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice 
        • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
        • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
        • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
        • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
        • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

        Professional Certification/Credits

         — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

        Trainer: Penny Mabie 

        Penny Mabie has been licensed by IAP2 to deliver the Certificate Program since 2009. She has more than 20 years of experience in public involvement, facilitation, and training. As a public involvement consultant, Penny provides facilitation and public participation services to support environmental remediation decision processes, infrastructure siting and design, multi-jurisdictional task forces on flood control, recycling and transportation planning, and national climate change initiatives. She is also a roster member with the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution.

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      • Puget Sound Chapter | Designing & Leading Public Participation

        • April 22, 2025
        • April 23, 2025
        • 2 sessions
        • Alki Room, 1501 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
        • 19
        Register

        Designing & Leading Public Participation

        Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans. This includes scoping, community mapping, determining purpose and objectives and levels of influence, choosing appropriate methods and managing resources, while considering the needs of diverse audiences. The course is suitable for practitioners who are leading the planning and implementation of P2 processes.

        Course objectives:

        1. For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes:

        • Develop a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables
        • Conduct detailed stakeholder analysis, community mapping and equity analysis
        • Identify appropriate roles and levels of influence for key participants
        • Establish clear engagement purpose and objectives and success criteria/measures to suit scenario
        • Identify relevant profiles of engagement
        • Conduct a detailed risk/opportunities assessment
        • Identify key roles for senior leaders and decision makers

        2. Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis

        3. Embed digital strategies, platforms, tools and methods as part of the plan and process

        4. Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario

        5. Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan

        6. Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan

        7. Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

          Professional Certification/Credits


           — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

          Trainer: Penny Mabie 

          Penny Mabie has been licensed by IAP2 to deliver the Certificate Program since 2009. She has more than 20 years of experience in public involvement, facilitation, and training. As a public involvement consultant, Penny provides facilitation and public participation services to support environmental remediation decision processes, infrastructure siting and design, multi-jurisdictional task forces on flood control, recycling and transportation planning, and national climate change initiatives. She is also a roster member with the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution.
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        • Puget Sound Chapter | Applying Methods for Public Participation

          • April 24, 2025
          • April 25, 2025
          • 2 sessions
          • Alki Room, 1501 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
          • 18
          Register

          IAP2's Applying Methods for Public Participation

          Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to a large number of P2 methods. This includes learning how to design specific methods, developing good question design, and having an opportunity to practice running some methods.

          The course is suitable for practitioners who are part of a team implementing a P2 process and are looking for the practical skills to be effective in designing and applying methods.

          Course objectives:

          1. Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process.

          2. Research, design and test a F2F and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.

          3. Apply the four steps of designing a method incorporating the eight key components of method design.

          4. Develop rational and experiential aims.

          5. Design an appropriate format.

          6. Design questions and process.

          7. Develop appropriate communications.

          8. Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing.

          9. Incorporate inclusion and diversity principles

          10. Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures.

          11. Identify resources required.

          12. Explore a variety of both F2F and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).

          13. Analyze the specific requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs and strategize to develop these methods for delivery.

          14. Identify principles for monitoring online activity.

          15. Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.

          16. Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.

          17. Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

            Professional Certification/Credits

             — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

            Trainer: Penny Mabie

            Penny Mabie has been licensed by IAP2 to deliver the Certificate Program since 2009. She has more than 20 years of experience in public involvement, facilitation, and training. As a public involvement consultant, Penny provides facilitation and public participation services to support environmental remediation decision processes, infrastructure siting and design, multi-jurisdictional task forces on flood control, recycling and transportation planning, and national climate change initiatives. She is also a roster member with the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution.

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          • IAP2's Understanding People and Communities - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill

            • April 24, 2025
            • April 25, 2025
            • 2 sessions
            • Online with Trainer Cassie Hemphill

            IAP2's Understanding People and Communities 

            **Fundamentals of Public Participation is the prerequisites for this course


            Discover and apply deep understanding and insights into the people and communities involved in P2/engagement processes, to make the processes more meaningful and effective. This Level 1 course provides an introduction to working with diversity, equity and inclusion in P2/engagement.



            COURSE OBJECTIVES:

            • Identify and apply an approach for understanding people and communities for P2/engagement processes
            • Reflect on factors of cultural competence and cultural humility, and assess your practice and approach against the factors to identify areas of strength and growth
            • Apply a variety of analysis and mapping tools to understand diversity and map values
            • Identify ways to increase access and center equity by reducing barriers to participation
            • Reflect on how to build rapport, trust and relationships with people and communities, and apply and assess approaches in a P2/engagement scenario
            • Assess and apply knowledge to planning and implementation of meaningful and effective P2/engagement across the Practice Framework

              Professional Certification/Credits

              Cost:

              • Members $275
              • Regular/Non-Member $325

              Date/Time of Training:

              DATES: April 24-25,  2025

              • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
              • One hour lunch break 
              • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

              _______________________________________________________________________________

              This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

              Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

              ______________________________________________________________________________

              Trainer: Cassie Hemphill 

              Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in designing and leading public participation and engagement processes and projects. Her work has included environmental and natural resource management, healthcare delivery, education, and community-based human services. She has been creating and delivering remote and in-person training experiences for professionals and community members for more than 15 years.

              Cassie has been involved with IAP2 since 2003. She helped create IAP2 USA’s Professional Certification program, assisted with updates and development of IAP2’s course materials, and has served on the USA and Intermountain Chapter boards. She currently serves as an IAP2 Licensing Programme Mentor, preparing candidates from around the world to become IAP2 Licensed Trainers.

              Cassie’s Ph.D. research explored public/private collaboration in environmental management. Her M.A. research analyzed decision-makers' openness to public input. She has a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF).



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            1. IAP2 Understanding Conflict in Public Participation - Hosted by Kimberly Horndeski

              • April 29, 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • April 30, 2025
              • 3:00 PM
              • Online with Trainer Kimberly Horndeski

              IAP2 Understanding Conflict in Public Participation

              **You must first complete Fundamentals of Public Participation or IAP2's previous Foundations Training to take this course**


              The aim of Understanding Conflict in P2/engagement is to help you understand, and more effectively manage, conflict dynamics. The focus of this Level 1 course will be on developing the skills of participants to identify and mitigate situations of tension and conflict within their P2/engagement work.




              Course Objectives:

              • Understand the sources, types and factors that contribute to conflict in P2/engagement and the impact they may have on the process

              • Understand the role of power and influence in engagement practice

              • Understand and identify the cycle of escalation, and the behaviors, attitudes and actions that are evident as conflict increases

              • Contribute to and/or apply strategies to de-escalate challenging situations

              • Identify how to build effective relationships and partnerships through empathy, active listening, respect and trust

              • Learn approaches to work in challenging situations applying behaviors that build trust and credibility

              • Consider the role of integrity and ethics in the conduct of the P2/engagement practitioner, and how that is upheld in the process

              ________________________________________________________________________________


              This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

              Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

              ________________________________________________________________________________

              Cost:

              • Members $275
              • Regular/Non-Member $325

              Date/Time of Training:

              DATES:  April 29 - 30, 2025

              • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
              • One hour lunch break 
              • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

              ________________________________________________________________________________


              This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

              Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

              ________________________________________________________________________________

              Trainer: Kimberly Horndeski

              Kimberly is a certified mediator, facilitator, and the Executive Director for Community Consulting LLC. Her work focuses on integrating policy and science to engage stakeholders, develop strategic plans, promote collaboration, and transform conflict into successful strategies for the future. She has led multiple state and national working groups to overcome challenges and reach consensus. Her projects include bottom-up approaches, such as working with nonprofits to develop effective strategies to engage elected officials in adopting initiatives, and top-down approaches, such as assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service throughout the nation to incorporate stakeholder values in the decision-making processes for federally-listed threatened and endangered species.


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            2. Applying Methods for Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

              • April 29, 2025
              • May 02, 2025
              • 4 sessions
              • Online with Trainer Justin Schneider
              • 15
              Register

              IAP2's Applying Methods for Public Participation

              Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to a large number of P2 methods. This includes learning how to design specific methods, developing good question design, and having an opportunity to practice running some methods.

              The course is suitable for practitioners who are part of a team implementing a P2 process and are looking for the practical skills to be effective in designing and applying methods.

              Course objectives:

              1. Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process.

              2. Research, design and test a F2F and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.

              3. Apply the four steps of designing a method incorporating the eight key components of method design.

              4. Develop rational and experiential aims.

              5. Design an appropriate format.

              6. Design questions and process.

              7. Develop appropriate communications.

              8. Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing.

              9. Incorporate inclusion and diversity principles

              10. Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures.

              11. Identify resources required.

              12. Explore a variety of both F2F and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).

              13. Analyze the specific requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs and strategize to develop these methods for delivery.

              14. Identify principles for monitoring online activity.

              15. Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.

              16. Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.

              17. Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

                Professional Certification/Credits

                 — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

                Trainer: Justin Schneider 

                Justin Schneider has more than 20 years of experience working with communities in the United States and abroad, focusing on p2/engagement, community development, community-based research, and legal work. Justin began his connection with IAP2 in 2018 and now supports the Lonestar Chapter. Currently, Justin is based in Austin, Texas and manages Oak Grove Community Consulting. He also works for Austin Parks and Recreation Department as a community engagement consultant and supports training within the organization. If you work for the City of Austin, please reach out to Justin before registering.

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              • IAP2 Fundamentals in Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill

                • May 06, 2025
                • 10:00 AM
                • May 07, 2025
                • 3:00 PM
                • Online with Trainer Cassie Hemphill

                Fundamentals of Public Participation

                The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

                The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

                Course objectives

                By the end of this course participants will be able to:

                • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
                • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
                • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice 
                • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
                • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
                • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
                • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
                • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

                Professional Certification/Credits

                _________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________

                Cost:

                • Members $275
                • Regular/Non-Member $325

                Date/Time of Training:

                DATES: May 6 - 7, 2025

                • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
                • One hour lunch break 
                • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

                _______________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________


                Trainer: Cassie Hemphill 

                Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in designing and leading public participation and engagement processes and projects. Her work has included environmental and natural resource management, healthcare delivery, education, and community-based human services. She has been creating and delivering remote and in-person training experiences for professionals and community members for more than 15 years. 

                Cassie has been involved with IAP2 since 2003. She helped create IAP2 USA’s Professional Certification program, assisted with updates and development of IAP2’s course materials, and has served on the USA and Intermountain Chapter boards. She currently serves as an IAP2 Licensing Programme Mentor, preparing candidates from around the world to become IAP2 Licensed Trainers.

                Cassie’s Ph.D. research explored public/private collaboration in environmental management. Her M.A. research analyzed decision-makers' openness to public input. She has a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF).


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              • Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

                • May 06, 2025
                • May 07, 2025
                • 2 sessions
                • Online with Trainer Kimberly Horndeski
                • 13
                Register

                 Fundamentals of Public Participation

                The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

                The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

                Course objectives

                By the end of this course participants will be able to:

                • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
                • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
                • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice 
                • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
                • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
                • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
                • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
                • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

                Professional Certification/Credits

                 — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

                Trainer: Kimberly Horndeski

                Kimberly is a certified mediator, facilitator, and the Executive Director for Community Consulting LLC. Her work focuses on integrating policy and science to engage stakeholders, develop strategic plans, promote collaboration, and transform conflict into successful strategies for the future. She has led multiple state and national working groups to overcome challenges and reach consensus. Her projects include bottom-up approaches, such as working with nonprofits to develop effective strategies to engage elected officials in adopting initiatives, and top-down approaches, such as assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service throughout the nation to incorporate stakeholder values in the decision-making processes for federally-listed threatened and endangered species.


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              • IAP2 Understanding Conflict in Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill

                • May 08, 2025
                • 10:00 AM
                • May 09, 2025
                • 3:00 PM
                • Online with Trainer Cassie Hemphill

                IAP2 Understanding Conflict in Public Participation

                **You must first complete Fundamentals of Public Participation or IAP2's previous Foundations Training to take this course**


                The aim of Understanding Conflict in P2/engagement is to help you understand, and more effectively manage, conflict dynamics. The focus of this Level 1 course will be on developing the skills of participants to identify and mitigate situations of tension and conflict within their P2/engagement work.




                Course Objectives:

                • Understand the sources, types and factors that contribute to conflict in P2/engagement and the impact they may have on the process

                • Understand the role of power and influence in engagement practice

                • Understand and identify the cycle of escalation, and the behaviors, attitudes and actions that are evident as conflict increases

                • Contribute to and/or apply strategies to de-escalate challenging situations

                • Identify how to build effective relationships and partnerships through empathy, active listening, respect and trust

                • Learn approaches to work in challenging situations applying behaviors that build trust and credibility

                • Consider the role of integrity and ethics in the conduct of the P2/engagement practitioner, and how that is upheld in the process

                ________________________________________________________________________________


                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ________________________________________________________________________________

                Cost:

                • Members $275
                • Regular/Non-Member $325

                Date/Time of Training:

                DATES: May 8 - 9, 2025

                • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
                • One hour lunch break 
                • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

                ________________________________________________________________________________


                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ________________________________________________________________________________

                Trainer: Cassie Hemphill 

                Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in designing and leading public participation and engagement processes and projects. Her work has included environmental and natural resource management, healthcare delivery, education, and community-based human services. She has been creating and delivering remote and in-person training experiences for professionals and community members for more than 15 years. 

                Cassie has been involved with IAP2 since 2003. She helped create IAP2 USA’s Professional Certification program, assisted with updates and development of IAP2’s course materials, and has served on the USA and Intermountain Chapter boards. She currently serves as an IAP2 Licensing Programme Mentor, preparing candidates from around the world to become IAP2 Licensed Trainers.

                Cassie’s Ph.D. research explored public/private collaboration in environmental management. Her M.A. research analyzed decision-makers' openness to public input. She has a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF).


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              • IAP2's Applying Methods in Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill

                • May 13, 2025
                • 10:00 AM
                • May 16, 2025
                • 3:00 PM
                • Online with Trainer Cassie Hemphill

                Applying Methods in Public Participation

                **You must first complete Fundamentals of Public Participation before this course**


                Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to a large number of P2 methods. This includes learning how to design specific methods, developing good question design, and having an opportunity to practice running some methods.

                The course is suitable for practitioners who are part of a team implementing a P2 process and are looking for the practical skills to be effective in designing and applying methods.


                Course objectives

                1. Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process.
                2. Research, design and test a F2F and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.
                3. Apply the four steps of designing a method incorporating the eight key components of method design.
                4. Develop rational and experiential aims.
                5. Design an appropriate format.
                6. Design questions and process.
                7. Develop appropriate communications.
                8. Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing.
                9. Incorporate inclusion and diversity principles
                10. Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures.
                11. Identify resources required.
                12. Explore a variety of both F2F and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).
                13. Analyze the specific requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs and strategize to develop these methods for delivery.
                14. Identify principles for monitoring online activity.
                15. Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.
                16. Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.
                17. Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

                Professional Certification/Credits

                Cost: Members $550 -- Regular $650

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer.

                _____________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________

                Cost:

                • Members $550
                • Regular/Non-Member $650

                Date/Time of Training:

                DATES: May 13 - 16,  2025

                • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
                • One hour lunch break 
                • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

                _______________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________

                Trainer: Cassie Hemphill 

                Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in designing and leading public participation and engagement processes and projects. Her work has included environmental and natural resource management, healthcare delivery, education, and community-based human services. She has been creating and delivering remote and in-person training experiences for professionals and community members for more than 15 years.

                Cassie has been involved with IAP2 since 2003. She helped create IAP2 USA’s Professional Certification program, assisted with updates and development of IAP2’s course materials, and has served on the USA and Intermountain Chapter boards. She currently serves as an IAP2 Licensing Programme Mentor, preparing candidates from around the world to become IAP2 Licensed Trainers.

                Cassie’s Ph.D. research explored public/private collaboration in environmental management. Her M.A. research analyzed decision-makers' openness to public input. She has a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF).

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              • County of San Diego, Global Certificate in P2 Cohort #2, 2025

                • May 16, 2025
                • July 23, 2025
                • 5 sessions
                • City of San Diego
                Register

                County of San Diego Global Certificate in Public Participation

                **This training is for the COUNTY of San Diego employees ONLY**

                IAP2 USA Licensed Trainer: Cathy Smith 

                2025 Cohort #2, training dates (in-person): 

                • May 16th: Fundamentals
                • May 30: Designing/Leading
                • June 6: Designing/Leading
                • July 18: Methods
                • July 23: Methods

                Training and Course Details: 

                IAP2 Certificate Program

                IAP2 USA's Certificate in Public Participation (P2) consists of 3 core courses - Fundamentals of Public Participation, Designing Public Participation, and Applying Methods. Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this professional development certificate program builds on the foundations of public participation training and best practices from around the globe to provide participants with over 30 hours of effective training in public participation and engagement.

                #1 Fundamentals of Public Participation

                Prerequisite for Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods

                The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

                The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

                Course objectives

                By the end of this course participants will be able to:

                • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
                • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
                • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice
                • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
                • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
                • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
                • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
                • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

                #2 Designing & Leading Public Participation

                Designing Public Participation (P2) is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans. This includes scoping, community mapping, determining purpose and objectives and levels of influence, choosing appropriate methods and managing resources, while considering the needs of diverse audiences. The course is suitable for practitioners who are leading the planning and implementation of P2 processes.

                Course objectives:

                1. For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes:

                • Develop a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables
                • Conduct detailed stakeholder analysis, community mapping and equity analysis
                • Identify appropriate roles and levels of influence for key participants
                • Establish clear engagement purpose and objectives and success criteria/measures to suit scenario
                • Identify relevant profiles of engagement
                • Conduct a detailed risk/opportunities assessment
                • Identify key roles for senior leaders and decision makers

                2. Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis

                3. Embed digital strategies, platforms, tools and methods as part of the plan and process

                4. Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario

                5. Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan

                6. Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan

                7. Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

                #3 Applying Methods for Public Participation 

                Designing Public Participation is a prerequisite for this course

                Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to a large number of P2 methods.

                This includes learning how to design specific methods, developing good question design, and having an opportunity to practice running some methods.

                The course is suitable for practitioners who are part of a team implementing a P2 process and are looking for the practical skills to be effective in designing and applying methods.

                Course objectives:

                1. Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process.

                2. Research, design and test a F2F and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.

                3. Apply the four steps of designing a method incorporating the eight key components of

                method design.

                4. Develop rational and experiential aims.

                5. Design an appropriate format.

                6. Design questions and process.

                7. Develop appropriate communications.

                8. Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing.

                9. Incorporate inclusion and diversity principles

                10. Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures.

                11. Identify resources required.

                12. Explore a variety of both F2F and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative

                Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).

                13. Analyze the specific requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs and strategize to develop these methods for delivery.

                14. Identify principles for monitoring online activity.

                15. Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.

                16. Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.

                17. Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.
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              • Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

                • May 20, 2025
                • May 21, 2025
                • 2 sessions
                • Online with Trainer Penny Mabie
                • 16
                Register

                 Fundamentals of Public Participation

                The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

                The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

                Course objectives

                By the end of this course participants will be able to:

                • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
                • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
                • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice 
                • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
                • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
                • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
                • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
                • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

                Professional Certification/Credits

                 — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

                Trainer: Penny Mabie 

                Penny Mabie has been licensed by IAP2 to deliver the Certificate Program since 2009. She has more than 20 years of experience in public involvement, facilitation, and training. As a public involvement consultant, Penny provides facilitation and public participation services to support environmental remediation decision processes, infrastructure siting and design, multi-jurisdictional task forces on flood control, recycling and transportation planning, and national climate change initiatives. She is also a roster member with the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution.


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              • IAP2's Facilitating Groups - Hosted by Kimberly Horndeski

                • May 21, 2025
                • 10:00 AM
                • May 22, 2025
                • 3:00 PM
                • Online with Trainer Kimberly Horndeski

                IAP2's Facilitating Groups

                **You must first complete Fundamentals of Public Participation or IAP2's previous Foundations Training to take this course**

                Explore the facilitation framework to develop skills and confidence in developing your engagement facilitation approach.

                The aim of Facilitating Groups is to explore the framework and develop skills and confidence in facilitating P2 and engagement methods. The focus will be about enhancing practitioners’ ability to respond appropriately, generating confidence in and support for your facilitation approach.

                Course objectives

                • Examine the framework and purpose of facilitation in an engagement context
                • Build a repertoire of tools and processes
                • Practice some core skills
                • Troubleshoot specific challenges 
                • Explore the changes needed for facilitation of digital engagement processes

                ____________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________

                Cost:

                • Members $275
                • Regular/Non-Member $325

                Date/Time of Training:

                DATES: May 21 - 22,  2025

                • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
                • One hour lunch break 
                • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

                ____________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                _______________________________________________________________________________


                Trainer: Kimberly Horndeski

                Kimberly is a certified mediator, facilitator, and the Executive Director for Community Consulting LLC. Her work focuses on integrating policy and science to engage stakeholders, develop strategic plans, promote collaboration, and transform conflict into successful strategies for the future. She has led multiple state and national working groups to overcome challenges and reach consensus. Her projects include bottom-up approaches, such as working with nonprofits to develop effective strategies to engage elected officials in adopting initiatives, and top-down approaches, such as assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service throughout the nation to incorporate stakeholder values in the decision-making processes for federally-listed threatened and endangered species.


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              • IAP2 Fundamentals in Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill

                • June 03, 2025
                • 10:00 AM
                • June 04, 2025
                • 3:00 PM
                • Online with Trainer Cassie Hemphill

                Fundamentals of Public Participation

                The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

                The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

                Course objectives

                By the end of this course participants will be able to:

                • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
                • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
                • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice 
                • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
                • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
                • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
                • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
                • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

                Professional Certification/Credits

                _________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________

                Cost:

                • Members $275
                • Regular/Non-Member $325

                Date/Time of Training:

                DATES: June 3 - 4,  2025

                • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
                • One hour lunch break 
                • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

                _______________________________________________________________________________

                This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                ______________________________________________________________________________


                Trainer: Cassie Hemphill 

                Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in designing and leading public participation and engagement processes and projects. Her work has included environmental and natural resource management, healthcare delivery, education, and community-based human services. She has been creating and delivering remote and in-person training experiences for professionals and community members for more than 15 years. 

                Cassie has been involved with IAP2 since 2003. She helped create IAP2 USA’s Professional Certification program, assisted with updates and development of IAP2’s course materials, and has served on the USA and Intermountain Chapter boards. She currently serves as an IAP2 Licensing Programme Mentor, preparing candidates from around the world to become IAP2 Licensed Trainers.

                Cassie’s Ph.D. research explored public/private collaboration in environmental management. Her M.A. research analyzed decision-makers' openness to public input. She has a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF).


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              • Designing & Leading Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

                • June 03, 2025
                • June 06, 2025
                • 4 sessions
                • Online with Penny Mabie
                • 20
                Register

                Designing & Leading Public Participation

                Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans. This includes scoping, community mapping, determining purpose and objectives and levels of influence, choosing appropriate methods and managing resources, while considering the needs of diverse audiences. The course is suitable for practitioners who are leading the planning and implementation of P2 processes.

                Course objectives:

                1. For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes:

                • Develop a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables
                • Conduct detailed stakeholder analysis, community mapping and equity analysis
                • Identify appropriate roles and levels of influence for key participants
                • Establish clear engagement purpose and objectives and success criteria/measures to suit scenario
                • Identify relevant profiles of engagement
                • Conduct a detailed risk/opportunities assessment
                • Identify key roles for senior leaders and decision makers

                2. Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis

                3. Embed digital strategies, platforms, tools and methods as part of the plan and process

                4. Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario

                5. Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan

                6. Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan

                7. Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

                  Professional Certification/Credits


                   — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

                  Trainer: Penny Mabie 

                  Penny Mabie has been licensed by IAP2 to deliver the Certificate Program since 2009. She has more than 20 years of experience in public involvement, facilitation, and training. As a public involvement consultant, Penny provides facilitation and public participation services to support environmental remediation decision processes, infrastructure siting and design, multi-jurisdictional task forces on flood control, recycling and transportation planning, and national climate change initiatives. She is also a roster member with the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution.

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                • IAP2's Understanding People and Communities - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill

                  • June 05, 2025
                  • 10:00 AM
                  • June 06, 2025
                  • 3:00 PM
                  • Online with Trainer Cassie Hemphill

                  IAP2's Understanding People and Communities 

                  **Fundamentals of Public Participation is the prerequisites for this course


                  Discover and apply deep understanding and insights into the people and communities involved in P2/engagement processes, to make the processes more meaningful and effective. This Level 1 course provides an introduction to working with diversity, equity and inclusion in P2/engagement.



                  COURSE OBJECTIVES:

                  • Identify and apply an approach for understanding people and communities for P2/engagement processes
                  • Reflect on factors of cultural competence and cultural humility, and assess your practice and approach against the factors to identify areas of strength and growth
                  • Apply a variety of analysis and mapping tools to understand diversity and map values
                  • Identify ways to increase access and center equity by reducing barriers to participation
                  • Reflect on how to build rapport, trust and relationships with people and communities, and apply and assess approaches in a P2/engagement scenario
                  • Assess and apply knowledge to planning and implementation of meaningful and effective P2/engagement across the Practice Framework

                    Professional Certification/Credits


                    _____________________________________________________________________

                    This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                    Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                    ______________________________________________________________________________

                    Cost:

                    • Members $275
                    • Regular/Non-Member $325

                    Date/Time of Training:

                    DATES: June 5 - 6,  2025

                    • 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST 
                    • One hour lunch break 
                    • 1:00 PM to 3:00PM MST 

                    _______________________________________________________________________________

                    This is an IAP2 core training course delivered externally by an IAP2 licensed trainer. MUST REGISTER ON TRAINERS WEBSITE!

                    Click Here to Register on trainers website! 

                    ______________________________________________________________________________



                    Trainer: Cassie Hemphill 

                    Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in designing and leading public participation and engagement processes and projects. Her work has included environmental and natural resource management, healthcare delivery, education, and community-based human services. She has been creating and delivering remote and in-person training experiences for professionals and community members for more than 15 years.

                    Cassie has been involved with IAP2 since 2003. She helped create IAP2 USA’s Professional Certification program, assisted with updates and development of IAP2’s course materials, and has served on the USA and Intermountain Chapter boards. She currently serves as an IAP2 Licensing Programme Mentor, preparing candidates from around the world to become IAP2 Licensed Trainers.

                    Cassie’s Ph.D. research explored public/private collaboration in environmental management. Her M.A. research analyzed decision-makers' openness to public input. She has a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF).



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                  1. Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

                    • June 10, 2025
                    • June 11, 2025
                    • 2 sessions
                    • Online with Trainer Michelle Gutt
                    • 15
                    Register

                     Fundamentals of Public Participation

                    The Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) course is a prerequisite to other courses in the Global Learning Pathway that sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community.

                    The focus of this course is on understanding and applying the practices of meaningful and effective P2 and what participants need to know to do this well. The training explores best practices, and how to design and apply this knowledge to your P2.

                    Course objectives

                    By the end of this course participants will be able to:

                    • Define P2 and related terms and what makes it unique
                    • Identify what makes P2 meaningful, and reflect on the benefits, risks and myths related to P2
                    • Identify the role that values play in P2 work, and the leadership attributes that will serve them in practice 
                    • Reflect on and apply ethical leadership actions and abilities to P2 situations
                    • Apply the Profiles of P2 model to P2, and explore organization- and community-led engagement and how that impacts the engagement process
                    • Reflect on and apply the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and explore the roles and impacts of power and influence
                    • Apply the IAP2 Spectrum to P2 situations and practice
                    • Explore the Practice Framework as a tool for effective planning and process, and assess the quality of the process

                    Professional Certification/Credits

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                  2. Applying Methods for Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA

                    • June 24, 2025
                    • June 27, 2025
                    • 4 sessions
                    • Online with Trainer Cathy Smith
                    • 21
                    Register

                    IAP2's Applying Methods for Public Participation

                    Applying Methods is a Level 2 course that introduces practitioners to a large number of P2 methods. This includes learning how to design specific methods, developing good question design, and having an opportunity to practice running some methods.

                    The course is suitable for practitioners who are part of a team implementing a P2 process and are looking for the practical skills to be effective in designing and applying methods.

                    Course objectives:

                    1. Identify a range of methods that can be used for various engagement purposes and processes, and strategies to select the most appropriate method/s for an engagement project/process.

                    2. Research, design and test a F2F and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.

                    3. Apply the four steps of designing a method incorporating the eight key components of method design.

                    4. Develop rational and experiential aims.

                    5. Design an appropriate format.

                    6. Design questions and process.

                    7. Develop appropriate communications.

                    8. Combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing.

                    9. Incorporate inclusion and diversity principles

                    10. Identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures.

                    11. Identify resources required.

                    12. Explore a variety of both F2F and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).

                    13. Analyze the specific requirements for online and digital methods, identify and select appropriate platforms and tools to meet needs and strategize to develop these methods for delivery.

                    14. Identify principles for monitoring online activity.

                    15. Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.

                    16. Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.

                    17. Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

                      Professional Certification/Credits

                       — Cancellation and Substitution Policy —

                      Trainer: Cathy Smith