Grand Canyon Chapter Webinar - Listening, Engaging, Empowering: ADEQ’s Award-Winning Approach to Public Participation

Listening, Engaging, Empowering: ADEQ’s Award-Winning Approach to Public Participation

Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MST
Location: Online

Join us for an inspiring webinar featuring the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) - recipient of the 2024 IAP2 Core Values Award for Organization of the Year. Discover how ADEQ is setting a new standard for meaningful public engagement through its innovative Community and Intergovernmental Engagement (CIE) section.

Rooted in the principles of the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2), ADEQ's approach reflects Governor Katie Hobbs’ vision of a government that truly listens to its people. Under the leadership of Director Karen Peters, ADEQ is advancing clear, equitable engagement and communication as a central mission of the agency.

In this session, you'll learn how ADEQ:

• Builds partnerships with communities, cities, and Tribal Nations to foster environmental awareness.
• Provides accessible opportunities for public participation in environmental decision-making.
• Empowers youth and communities to become stewards of Arizona’s unique environment.
• Trains staff in IAP2 best practices to ensure inclusive, informed, and transparent engagement.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from the team behind this award-winning initiative and gain insights into building trust and collaboration through authentic public participation.