IAP2 USA upcoming events

City of Austin: Cohort 3 (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

City of Austin: 2026 GLP Cohort Registration- Trainer Hosted

*Fundamentals in P2 is the prerequisite course before taking Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods*

Course Schedule:

Fundamentals of Public Participation: October 15, 2026
Designing and Leading Public Participation: October 20-21, 2026
Applying Methods for Public Participation: November 4-5, 2026

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.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

Understand the principles of meaningful and effective P2 and engagement. Learn how to apply the IAP2 Spectrum and other foundational models to your practice.

**Prerequisite - Fundamentals must be completed before taking other IAP2 courses**

Price: $325 ($275 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Enroll for the entire IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation and save!

Want to take one of IAP2's new Electives? Enroll for both Fundamentals and an Elective and save!

Available Course:

November 3-4, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

**NOTE there is a 1-hour break between sessions on each day**

Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2) sets out the underpinning models and frameworks of engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community. The focus 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/engagement projects.

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 Engagement model 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/engagement 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 course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech Needed for Class

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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!

Meet Your Trainer: Cassie Hemphill

Cassie Hemphill has more than 25 years of experience in public participation and 15 years designing and delivering training. Her courses emphasize transferable, applied skills participants use to become more effective in their work and personal lives and improve the world around them. 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).

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

Understand the principles of meaningful and effective P2 and engagement. Learn how to apply the IAP2 Spectrum and other foundational models to your practice.

**Prerequisite - Fundamentals must be completed before taking other IAP2 courses**

Price: $325 ($275 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Enroll for the entire IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation and save!

Want to take one of IAP2's new Electives? Enroll for both Fundamentals and an Elective and save!

Available Course:

November 3-4, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

**NOTE there is a 1-hour break between sessions on each day**

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 Engagement model 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/engagement 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 course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech Needed for Class

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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!

Meet Your Trainer: Cassie Hemphill

County of San Diego, Global Certificate in P2, 2026 Cohort 2 (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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

2026 Cohort #2, training dates (in-person):

Fundamentals: Nov 4
Designing: Nov 19-20
Methods: Dec 10-11

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.

#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.

#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.

Applying Methods for Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Applying Methods for 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

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.
Research, design and test a face-to-face and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.
Apply the four steps of designing a method, incorporating the eight key components of method design: (1) develop rational and experiential aims; (2) design an appropriate format; (3) design questions and process; (4) develop appropriate communications; (5) combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing; (6) incorporate inclusion and diversity principles; (7) identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures; and (8) identify resources required.
Explore a variety of both face-to-face and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).
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.
Identify principles for monitoring online activity.
Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.
Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.
Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Dates and Times:

November 10-13, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

One-hour break between sessions each day. Must attend all sessions.

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Technology needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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).

Applying Methods for Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (November 11, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Applying Methods for Public Participation

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

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

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.
Research, design and test a face-to-face and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.
Apply the four steps of designing a method, incorporating the eight key components of method design: (1) develop rational and experiential aims; (2) design an appropriate format; (3) design questions and process; (4) develop appropriate communications; (5) combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing; (6) incorporate inclusion and diversity principles; (7) identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures; and (8) identify resources required.
Explore a variety of both face-to-face and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).
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.
Identify principles for monitoring online activity.
Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.
Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.
Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Dates and Times:

November 10-13, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

One-hour break between sessions each day. Must attend all sessions.

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Technology needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

Applying Methods for Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Applying Methods for Public Participation

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

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

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.
Research, design and test a face-to-face and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.
Apply the four steps of designing a method, incorporating the eight key components of method design: (1) develop rational and experiential aims; (2) design an appropriate format; (3) design questions and process; (4) develop appropriate communications; (5) combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing; (6) incorporate inclusion and diversity principles; (7) identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures; and (8) identify resources required.
Explore a variety of both face-to-face and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).
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.
Identify principles for monitoring online activity.
Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.
Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.
Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Dates and Times:

November 10-13, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

One-hour break between sessions each day. Must attend all sessions.

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Technology needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

Applying Methods for Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Applying Methods for Public Participation

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

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

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.
Research, design and test a face-to-face and/or online method using a range of tools and resources.
Apply the four steps of designing a method, incorporating the eight key components of method design: (1) develop rational and experiential aims; (2) design an appropriate format; (3) design questions and process; (4) develop appropriate communications; (5) combine methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives and test for appropriate sequencing; (6) incorporate inclusion and diversity principles; (7) identify data management needs, evaluation points and measures; and (8) identify resources required.
Explore a variety of both face-to-face and online methods/ techniques that are more structured and have nested methods within them (e.g., Deliberative Processes, Appreciative Inquiry and Open Space Technology).
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.
Identify principles for monitoring online activity.
Test the design by running elements of the method and submitting to peer review using a checklist.
Apply methods to achieve engagement goals and objectives, including using effective communication skills, and test for appropriate sequencing.
Design key messages and communication tools that build trust and integrity, and meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Dates and Times:

November 10-13, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

One-hour break between sessions each day. Must attend all sessions.

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Technology needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation (November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation

When: November 16–20

Earn your IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation in one immersive, five-day, in-person training experience.

Fundamentals: November 16 (1 day)
Designing Engagement: November 17–18 (2 days)
Applying Methods: November 19–20 (2 days)

Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily

Location: Seattle, WA (venue details coming soon)

Format: In-person, interactive training

**Refreshments provided

About the Program

Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this program provides approximately 35 hours of practical, skills-based training in public participation and community engagement.

The Certificate builds knowledge and skill progressively across three essential courses—Fundamentals, Designing Engagement, and Applying Methods—equipping practitioners to design and deliver meaningful, effective engagement processes.

Three Essential Courses

1. Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2)/Engagement

Fundamentals—required as the first course on IAP2’s Global Learning Pathway—establishes the shared foundation for effective public participation practice.

It builds a common language and understanding of the principles, values, and frameworks that guide engagement across the IAP2 community—clarifying what meaningful participation looks like and why it matters.

Participants explore:

IAP2’s Core Values, Code of Ethics, and Spectrum of Public Participation
The role of engagement in decision-making
Characteristics of credible and transparent processes
How foundational concepts apply in real-world engagement contexts

Fundamentals prepares practitioners to move from good intentions to intentional practice.

2. Designing Public Participation & Engagement

Designing builds on Fundamentals and focuses on the Design and Plan phases of IAP2’s Practice Framework.

It strengthens practitioners’ ability to clarify purpose, influence, and participation before methods are selected or processes begin.

Participants develop an engagement plan for a real-world project while exploring:

Engagement scoping
Identifying participants and communities
Setting clear purpose and objectives
Selecting appropriate Spectrum levels
Analyzing and responding to risks

Equity, inclusion, and the needs of diverse audiences are integrated throughout the course.

3. Applying Methods for Engagement

Applying Methods focuses on the Plan phase of IAP2’s Practice Framework, where practitioners select, develop, combine, and evaluate engagement methods.

The emphasis is on hands-on practice—exploring and trying out elements of methods to understand how they work in real settings.

Participants:

Use the Methods Matrix to identify methods that fit engagement objectives and participant needs
Identify and evaluate method objectives
Develop effective questions to guide participant input
Combine and sequence methods
Assess whether selected approaches will meet engagement objectives

Participants leave with practical tools and strategies they can apply immediately.

Why Attend in Person?

This five-day, in-person experience provides space to step away from daily demands and engage fully in your learning.

Participants will:

Experience firsthand how physical space influences engagement dynamics
Learn from spontaneous dialogue and informal peer exchange
Strengthen their professional network through sustained, face-to-face connection

Registration Options

Register for individual courses or purchase the three-course bundle and save.
If you have already completed Fundamentals, please contact cassie@confluencetraining.com before registering.
Register at: www.confluencetraining.com
Registration, payment, transfers, and cancellations for this course are managed by Confluence Training. Please direct all registration questions to cassie@confluencetraining.com.

Cassie Hemphill, Ph.D.
IAP2 Licensed Trainer

Cassie Hemphill brings 30 years of experience helping people design and lead meaningful public engagement—especially when issues are complex and the stakes are high. She works with practitioners in the U.S. and beyond to build practical skills for navigating diverse perspectives and difficult conversations, helping professionals turn challenging moments into opportunities for clarity and progress. Her work in training and facilitation draws on adult learning principles, conflict resolution practice, and a commitment to staying engaged when conversations get uncomfortable.

Cassie serves as a Mentor and Assessor for IAP2’s International Trainer Licensing Programme and the international team updating IAP2’s Global Certificate courses. She is an IAP2 USA Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3), a Certified Mediator (CM), and a Certified Virtual Facilitator (CVF). Her academic research examined how agencies and communities working together can produce better outcomes than either could alone—and how that collaboration depends on honoring both technical expertise and lived experience.

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation (November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation

When: November 16–20

Earn your IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation in one immersive, five-day, in-person training experience.

Fundamentals: November 16 (1 day)
Designing Engagement: November 17–18 (2 days)
Applying Methods: November 19–20 (2 days)

Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily

Location: Seattle, WA (venue details coming soon)

Format: In-person, interactive training

**Refreshments provided

About the Program

Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this program provides approximately 35 hours of practical, skills-based training in public participation and community engagement.

Three Essential Courses

1. Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2)/Engagement

Fundamentals—required as the first course on IAP2’s Global Learning Pathway—establishes the shared foundation for effective public participation practice.

Participants explore:

IAP2’s Core Values, Code of Ethics, and Spectrum of Public Participation
The role of engagement in decision-making
Characteristics of credible and transparent processes
How foundational concepts apply in real-world engagement contexts

Fundamentals prepares practitioners to move from good intentions to intentional practice.

2. Designing Public Participation & Engagement

Designing builds on Fundamentals and focuses on the Design and Plan phases of IAP2’s Practice Framework.

It strengthens practitioners’ ability to clarify purpose, influence, and participation before methods are selected or processes begin.

Participants develop an engagement plan for a real-world project while exploring:

Engagement scoping
Identifying participants and communities
Setting clear purpose and objectives
Selecting appropriate Spectrum levels
Analyzing and responding to risks

Equity, inclusion, and the needs of diverse audiences are integrated throughout the course.

3. Applying Methods for Engagement

Applying Methods focuses on the Plan phase of IAP2’s Practice Framework, where practitioners select, develop, combine, and evaluate engagement methods.

The emphasis is on hands-on practice—exploring and trying out elements of methods to understand how they work in real settings.

Participants:

Use the Methods Matrix to identify methods that fit engagement objectives and participant needs
Identify and evaluate method objectives
Develop effective questions to guide participant input
Combine and sequence methods
Assess whether selected approaches will meet engagement objectives

Participants leave with practical tools and strategies they can apply immediately.

Why Attend in Person?

This five-day, in-person experience provides space to step away from daily demands and engage fully in your learning.

Participants will:

Experience firsthand how physical space influences engagement dynamics
Learn from spontaneous dialogue and informal peer exchange
Strengthen their professional network through sustained, face-to-face connection

Registration Options

Register for individual courses or purchase the three-course bundle and save.
If you have already completed Fundamentals, please contact cassie@confluencetraining.com before registering.
Register at: www.confluencetraining.com
Registration, payment, transfers, and cancellations for this course are managed by Confluence Training. Please direct all registration questions to cassie@confluencetraining.com.

Cassie Hemphill, Ph.D.
IAP2 Licensed Trainer

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation (November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation

When: November 16–20

Earn your IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation in one immersive, five-day, in-person training experience.

Fundamentals: November 16 (1 day)
Designing Engagement: November 17–18 (2 days)
Applying Methods: November 19–20 (2 days)

Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily

Location: Seattle, WA (venue details coming soon)

Format: In-person, interactive training

**Refreshments provided

About the Program

Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this program provides approximately 35 hours of practical, skills-based training in public participation and community engagement.

Three Essential Courses

1. Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2)/Engagement

Fundamentals—required as the first course on IAP2’s Global Learning Pathway—establishes the shared foundation for effective public participation practice.

Participants explore:

IAP2’s Core Values, Code of Ethics, and Spectrum of Public Participation
The role of engagement in decision-making
Characteristics of credible and transparent processes
How foundational concepts apply in real-world engagement contexts

Fundamentals prepares practitioners to move from good intentions to intentional practice.

2. Designing Public Participation & Engagement

Designing builds on Fundamentals and focuses on the Design and Plan phases of IAP2’s Practice Framework.

It strengthens practitioners’ ability to clarify purpose, influence, and participation before methods are selected or processes begin.

Participants develop an engagement plan for a real-world project while exploring:

Engagement scoping
Identifying participants and communities
Setting clear purpose and objectives
Selecting appropriate Spectrum levels
Analyzing and responding to risks

Equity, inclusion, and the needs of diverse audiences are integrated throughout the course.

3. Applying Methods for Engagement

Applying Methods focuses on the Plan phase of IAP2’s Practice Framework, where practitioners select, develop, combine, and evaluate engagement methods.

The emphasis is on hands-on practice—exploring and trying out elements of methods to understand how they work in real settings.

Participants:

Use the Methods Matrix to identify methods that fit engagement objectives and participant needs
Identify and evaluate method objectives
Develop effective questions to guide participant input
Combine and sequence methods
Assess whether selected approaches will meet engagement objectives

Participants leave with practical tools and strategies they can apply immediately.

Why Attend in Person?

This five-day, in-person experience provides space to step away from daily demands and engage fully in your learning.

Participants will:

Experience firsthand how physical space influences engagement dynamics
Learn from spontaneous dialogue and informal peer exchange
Strengthen their professional network through sustained, face-to-face connection

Registration Options

Register for individual courses or purchase the three-course bundle and save.
If you have already completed Fundamentals, please contact cassie@confluencetraining.com before registering.
Register at: www.confluencetraining.com
Registration, payment, transfers, and cancellations for this course are managed by Confluence Training. Please direct all registration questions to cassie@confluencetraining.com.

Cassie Hemphill, Ph.D.
IAP2 Licensed Trainer

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation

When: November 16–20

Earn your IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation in one immersive, five-day, in-person training experience.

Fundamentals: November 16 (1 day)
Designing Engagement: November 17–18 (2 days)
Applying Methods: November 19–20 (2 days)

Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily

Location: Seattle, WA (venue details coming soon)

Format: In-person, interactive training

**Refreshments provided

About the Program

Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this program provides approximately 35 hours of practical, skills-based training in public participation and community engagement.

Three Essential Courses

1. Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2)/Engagement

Fundamentals—required as the first course on IAP2’s Global Learning Pathway—establishes the shared foundation for effective public participation practice.

Participants explore:

IAP2’s Core Values, Code of Ethics, and Spectrum of Public Participation
The role of engagement in decision-making
Characteristics of credible and transparent processes
How foundational concepts apply in real-world engagement contexts

Fundamentals prepares practitioners to move from good intentions to intentional practice.

2. Designing Public Participation & Engagement

Designing builds on Fundamentals and focuses on the Design and Plan phases of IAP2’s Practice Framework.

It strengthens practitioners’ ability to clarify purpose, influence, and participation before methods are selected or processes begin.

Participants develop an engagement plan for a real-world project while exploring:

Engagement scoping
Identifying participants and communities
Setting clear purpose and objectives
Selecting appropriate Spectrum levels
Analyzing and responding to risks

Equity, inclusion, and the needs of diverse audiences are integrated throughout the course.

3. Applying Methods for Engagement

Applying Methods focuses on the Plan phase of IAP2’s Practice Framework, where practitioners select, develop, combine, and evaluate engagement methods.

The emphasis is on hands-on practice—exploring and trying out elements of methods to understand how they work in real settings.

Participants:

Use the Methods Matrix to identify methods that fit engagement objectives and participant needs
Identify and evaluate method objectives
Develop effective questions to guide participant input
Combine and sequence methods
Assess whether selected approaches will meet engagement objectives

Participants leave with practical tools and strategies they can apply immediately.

Why Attend in Person?

This five-day, in-person experience provides space to step away from daily demands and engage fully in your learning.

Participants will:

Experience firsthand how physical space influences engagement dynamics
Learn from spontaneous dialogue and informal peer exchange
Strengthen their professional network through sustained, face-to-face connection

Registration Options

Register for individual courses or purchase the three-course bundle and save.
If you have already completed Fundamentals, please contact cassie@confluencetraining.com before registering.
Register at: www.confluencetraining.com
Registration, payment, transfers, and cancellations for this course are managed by Confluence Training. Please direct all registration questions to cassie@confluencetraining.com.

Cassie Hemphill, Ph.D.
IAP2 Licensed Trainer

County of San Diego, Global Certificate in P2, 2026 Cohort 2 (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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

2026 Cohort #2, training dates (in-person):

Fundamentals: Nov 4
Designing: Nov 19-20
Methods: Dec 10-11

Training and Course Details:

IAP2 Certificate Program

#1 Fundamentals of Public Participation

Prerequisite for Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods

#2 Designing & Leading Public Participation

#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.

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation (November 20, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle, WA – In Person: IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation

When: November 16–20

Earn your IAP2 USA Certificate in Public Participation in one immersive, five-day, in-person training experience.

Fundamentals: November 16 (1 day)
Designing Engagement: November 17–18 (2 days)
Applying Methods: November 19–20 (2 days)

Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily

Location: Seattle, WA (venue details coming soon)

Format: In-person, interactive training

**Refreshments provided

About the Program

Based on IAP2's internationally recognized Global Learning Pathway, this program provides approximately 35 hours of practical, skills-based training in public participation and community engagement.

Three Essential Courses

1. Fundamentals of Public Participation (P2)/Engagement

Fundamentals—required as the first course on IAP2’s Global Learning Pathway—establishes the shared foundation for effective public participation practice.

Participants explore:

IAP2’s Core Values, Code of Ethics, and Spectrum of Public Participation
The role of engagement in decision-making
Characteristics of credible and transparent processes
How foundational concepts apply in real-world engagement contexts

Fundamentals prepares practitioners to move from good intentions to intentional practice.

2. Designing Public Participation & Engagement

Designing builds on Fundamentals and focuses on the Design and Plan phases of IAP2’s Practice Framework.

It strengthens practitioners’ ability to clarify purpose, influence, and participation before methods are selected or processes begin.

Participants develop an engagement plan for a real-world project while exploring:

Engagement scoping
Identifying participants and communities
Setting clear purpose and objectives
Selecting appropriate Spectrum levels
Analyzing and responding to risks

Equity, inclusion, and the needs of diverse audiences are integrated throughout the course.

3. Applying Methods for Engagement

Applying Methods focuses on the Plan phase of IAP2’s Practice Framework, where practitioners select, develop, combine, and evaluate engagement methods.

The emphasis is on hands-on practice—exploring and trying out elements of methods to understand how they work in real settings.

Participants:

Use the Methods Matrix to identify methods that fit engagement objectives and participant needs
Identify and evaluate method objectives
Develop effective questions to guide participant input
Combine and sequence methods
Assess whether selected approaches will meet engagement objectives

Participants leave with practical tools and strategies they can apply immediately.

Why Attend in Person?

This five-day, in-person experience provides space to step away from daily demands and engage fully in your learning.

Participants will:

Experience firsthand how physical space influences engagement dynamics
Learn from spontaneous dialogue and informal peer exchange
Strengthen their professional network through sustained, face-to-face connection

Registration Options

Register for individual courses or purchase the three-course bundle and save.
If you have already completed Fundamentals, please contact cassie@confluencetraining.com before registering.
Register at: www.confluencetraining.com
Registration, payment, transfers, and cancellations for this course are managed by Confluence Training. Please direct all registration questions to cassie@confluencetraining.com.

Cassie Hemphill, Ph.D.
IAP2 Licensed Trainer

County of San Diego, Global Certificate in P2, 2026 Cohort 2 (November 20, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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

2026 Cohort #2, training dates (in-person):

Fundamentals: Nov 4
Designing: Nov 19-20
Methods: Dec 10-11

Training and Course Details:

IAP2 Certificate Program

#1 Fundamentals of Public Participation

Prerequisite for Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods

#2 Designing & Leading Public Participation

#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.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (December 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

Understand the principles of meaningful and effective P2 and engagement. Learn how to apply the IAP2 Spectrum and other foundational models to your practice.

**Prerequisite - Fundamentals must be completed before taking other IAP2 courses**

Price: $325 ($275 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Enroll for the entire IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation and save!

Want to take one of IAP2's new Electives? Enroll for both Fundamentals and an Elective and save!

Available Course:

December 2-3, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

**NOTE there is a 1-hour break between sessions on each day**

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 Engagement model 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/engagement 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 course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech Needed for Class

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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!

Meet Your Trainer: Cassie Hemphill

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

Understand the principles of meaningful and effective P2 and engagement. Learn how to apply the IAP2 Spectrum and other foundational models to your practice.

**Prerequisite - Fundamentals must be completed before taking other IAP2 courses**

Price: $325 ($275 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Enroll for the entire IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation and save!

Want to take one of IAP2's new Electives? Enroll for both Fundamentals and an Elective and save!

Available Course:

December 2-3, 2026 12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET

**NOTE there is a 1-hour break between sessions on each day**

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 Engagement model 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/engagement 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 course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech Needed for Class

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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!

Meet Your Trainer: Cassie Hemphill

Designing and Leading Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (December 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Designing and Leading Public Participation

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

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.

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Date:

December 8-11, 2026

Times - must attend both sessions each day:

12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET
One-hour break between sessions each day

Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) 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.

Course objectives

For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes developing a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables (and much more!)
Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis
Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario
Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan
Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan
Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

Designing and Leading Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Designing and Leading Public Participation

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

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Date:

December 8-11, 2026

Times - must attend both sessions each day:

12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET
One-hour break between sessions each day

Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans.

Course objectives

For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes developing a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables (and much more!)
Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis
Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario
Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan
Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan
Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

Designing and Leading Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Designing and Leading Public Participation

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

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Date:

December 8-11, 2026

Times - must attend both sessions each day:

12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET
One-hour break between sessions each day

Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans.

Course objectives

For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes developing a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables (and much more!)
Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis
Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario
Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan
Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan
Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

County of San Diego, Global Certificate in P2, 2026 Cohort 2 (December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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

2026 Cohort #2, training dates (in-person):

Fundamentals: Nov 4
Designing: Nov 19-20
Methods: Dec 10-11

Training and Course Details:

IAP2 Certificate Program

#1 Fundamentals of Public Participation

Prerequisite for Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods

#2 Designing & Leading Public Participation

#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.

Designing and Leading Public Participation - Hosted by Cassie Hemphill (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Designing and Leading Public Participation

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

Price: $650 ($550 for IAP2 members - contact us for the discount code)

Date:

December 8-11, 2026

Times - must attend both sessions each day:

12:00 noon-2:00 pm + 3:00-5:00 pm ET
One-hour break between sessions each day

Designing & Leading Public Participation (P2) introduces practitioners to the design and plan phases of the practice framework, providing them with the opportunity to develop P2 plans.

Course objectives

For a real-world scenario, design an engagement process and plan that includes developing a clear scope of the work, problem or opportunity with identified negotiables and non-negotiables (and much more!)
Explore principles and approaches for equity, diversity and inclusion, and apply them to stakeholder analysis
Develop an evaluation framework to suit the scenario
Identify key roles and resources needed to implement the P2/engagement plan
Develop and apply a suitable presentation to senior leaders that will secure commitment and resources for the P2/engagement plan
Identify the many different contexts of engagement, including the elements present in more complex engagement scenarios

Professional Certification/Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification

Tech needed for the course

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Accessibility Policy

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

County of San Diego, Global Certificate in P2, 2026 Cohort 2 (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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

2026 Cohort #2, training dates (in-person):

Fundamentals: Nov 4
Designing: Nov 19-20
Methods: Dec 10-11

Training and Course Details:

IAP2 Certificate Program

#1 Fundamentals of Public Participation

Prerequisite for Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods

#2 Designing & Leading Public Participation

#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.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (December 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

PLEASE NOTE: Our registration system requires that members log into the IAP2 USA website using their username and password. This allows us to maintain an accurate history of participation. Once logged in, the discounted registration rates for members will be available. We do not use registration codes for members - only international members of our other IAP2 affiliates and APA members.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

All cancellations and requests for refunds for IAP2 USA online courses must be made in writing as indicated below. Requests must be sent to IAP2 USA at info@iap2usa.org.Telephone requests/voicemails will not be honored.

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

There will be no refunds for cancellation requests received two or fewer days prior to the start of class. However, a substitute may be named prior to the beginning of the course and that registration will be honored. Please email your substitution information to info@iap2usa.org and support@iap2usa.org prior to the start date of the course.

IAP2 USA reserves the right to cancel courses not meeting the required minimum by the end of the day three days prior to the start of class. In such circumstances, full refunds will be granted and admin fee waived.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Linda Kopecky

Linda has been an IAP2 practitioner since 2008 when initiated to it while working in municipal government. Since then, she has used the frameworks, practices, methods, and guidance in all aspects of her work as a public health project coordinator, a director of a non-profit, and as a leader with community coalitions and intentional communities. Linda brings experience in a wide range of communities and settings to her work: she was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Mali, West Africa, did her graduate school internship in the Delta region of Mississippi, and has lived and worked in Paris, France; Chicago, Illinois; Winona, Minnesota; and Longmont, Colorado. Much of her work has centered on activities supporting and lifting up young families, from early literacy/early education coalitions to building equitable and accessible policies and practices for breast/chestfeeding families. Linda has a Bachelors of Arts in History from University of Iowa, a Master of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, has been an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and now lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota, working as a Principal Planner for the Minnesota Department of Health.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (December 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Linda Kopecky

City of Austin Training: GLP Cohort 4 (December 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

City of Austin: 2026 GLP Cohort Registration

*This training is for City of Austin Employees ONLY*

*Fundamentals in P2 is the prerequisite course before taking Designing Public Participation and Applying Methods*

Course Schedule:

Fundamentals of Public Participation: December 17, 2026
Designing and Leading Public Participation: TBD
Applying Methods for Public Participation: TBD

Trainer: Justin Schneider

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (January 20, 2027)

Wed, 20 Jan 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Doug Zenn

Doug Zenn has 30 years of experience in the communications field and has developed and managed community involvement, awareness, and education efforts around numerous issues including visioning, transportation, water resources, community-based planning and more. Doug led Zenn Associates' development of the innovative “Three-Dimensional Public Participation” model (3DP2) an approach that expands community access to project information and provides unique avenues for community input including the use of new technologies. Doug also serves on the executive committee for IAP2’s Cascade Chapter (Oregon and Southwest Washington) and is a certified trainer for IAP2’s public involvement foundations courses. Doug Zenn has 30 years of experience in the communications field and has developed and managed community involvement.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (January 21, 2027)

Thu, 21 Jan 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Doug Zenn

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (February 17, 2027)

Wed, 17 Feb 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Linda Kopecky

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (February 18, 2027)

Thu, 18 Feb 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Linda Kopecky

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (March 10, 2027)

Wed, 10 Mar 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Adriene Wright

Adriene is a seasoned consultant and thought leader with over 20 years of experience in public engagement. She is the founder, President, and CEO of Abelita LLC, a business management consulting firm based in Tallahassee, Florida. Her career spans leadership roles in engineering and construction, marketing and communications, and executive leadership. She has worked in diverse market sectors including energy, transportation, automotive, and higher education, served as a Brookings Congressional Fellow in the U.S. Senate.

Adriene specializes in designing and leading public engagement initiatives for multinational corporations, government organizations, nonprofits, and higher education institutions. Skilled in understanding community demographics, she excels at engaging marginalized and underserved communities, ensuring diverse perspectives are included in decision-making processes.

Adriene is an active member of IAP2 USA and served on the International IAP2 Board from 2020 to 2024. In addition to her consulting work, she is a certified life coach, trainer, speaker, and published author.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (March 11, 2027)

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Adriene Wright

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (April 22, 2027)

Thu, 22 Apr 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Craddock Stropes

Craddock Stropes (she/her) is a facilitator, trainer and coach with more than 25 years of experience in the local government and non-profit sectors. Her work centers on connecting people with ideas to create inclusive, strategic and tangible solutions that make everyday lives better. She is chair of the IAP2 USA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, a member of the American Public Works Association national DEI Committee and is active in the International Network of Asian Public Administrators. She has presented learning sessions on inclusion, public engagement and crisis communications for Connect, California Association for Public Information Officers, Public Relations Society of America, American Public Works Association and Transforming Local Government conferences. She is currently a senior management analyst for the City of Carlsbad.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (April 23, 2027)

Fri, 23 Apr 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Craddock Stropes

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (May 19, 2027)

Wed, 19 May 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Michelle Gutt

Michelle brings 40 years of experience in public relations and community engagement across government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors to her training. With two decades in municipal government communications and engagement, Michelle has developed a deep understanding of how to build strong, lasting connections between local government and the communities they serve. Michelle began her IAP2 journey in 2012 and became a licensed trainer in 2024. She currently serves as the Community Engagement Manager for the City of Fort Worth, where her team is responsible for planning and implementing all of the community outreach and engagement for the 12th largest city in the U.S. She is also the owner of PRP2 Connections.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (May 20, 2027)

Thu, 20 May 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Michelle Gutt

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (June 09, 2027)

Wed, 09 Jun 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Adriene Wright

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (June 10, 2027)

Thu, 10 Jun 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Adriene Wright

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (July 28, 2027)

Wed, 28 Jul 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Kimberly Horndeski

Kimberly Horndeski is a certified mediator, facilitator, and the Executive Director of Community Consulting LLC. Her work focuses on transforming conflict into successful strategies for the future. She has led multiple state, national, and international working groups to overcome challenges and reach agreement. Her projects include bottom-up approaches, such as establishing a coalition with fundamentally conflicting interests to collaboratively negotiate agreement on a $2.5 billion dollar component of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, and top-down approaches, such as assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to incorporate nationwide stakeholder values into the decision-making process for federally-listed threatened and endangered species. Kimberly knows it is not information alone that produces positive outcomes or reduces conflict. It is the ability to engage key stakeholders and effectively design, plan, and implement an engagement process that results in creative and lasting solutions for the future.

Currently, Kimberly serves on the USA Board of the International Association of Public Participation, the Leadership Council for the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Environment and Public Policy Section, and is a Professor of Practice on collaboration and communication for Virginia Tech University.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (July 29, 2027)

Thu, 29 Jul 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Kimberly Horndeski

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (September 08, 2027)

Wed, 08 Sep 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Linda Kopecky

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (September 09, 2027)

Thu, 09 Sep 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Linda Kopecky

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (October 12, 2027)

Tue, 12 Oct 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your 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.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (October 13, 2027)

Wed, 13 Oct 2027 17:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Cathy Smith

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (November 10, 2027)

Wed, 10 Nov 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your 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.

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (November 11, 2027)

Thu, 11 Nov 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Justin Schneider

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (December 15, 2027)

Wed, 15 Dec 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Justin Schneider

Fundamentals of Public Participation - Hosted by IAP2 USA (December 16, 2027)

Thu, 16 Dec 2027 18:00:00 GMT

Fundamentals of Public Participation

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

Payment Policy

Full payment must be received before the start of the course to confirm participation.
Please contact info@iap2usa.org if you will be paying by PO or check and will not be able to submit payment in advance of training.
Your registration may be cancelled if payment has not been submitted and alternative arrangments have not been confirmed by IAP2 USA.

Members from other IAP2 affiliates/regions and APA members should contact info@iap2usa.org to obtain the registration discount code.

Cancellation and Substitution Policy

Full refunds require written notice and must be submitted by 12:00 noon Eastern Time three days prior to the first day of class. Refunds will include an administrative fee of $25.00.

Professional Certification and Continuing Education Credits

This course is required for IAP2 Professional Certification
This course is eligible for APA - AICP Continuing Education Credit CM I 8 CM

Meet Your Trainer

Justin Schneider