Participatory Decision Making
Across Queensland, councils are under increasing pressure to balance financial constraints, infrastructure demand, and rising community expectations.
At the same time, reforms in state planning and new requirements for community benefit frameworks in renewable energy projects are reshaping how local governments engage their communities and partners in decision-making.
Participatory decision-making, or deliberative engagement, offers a way to bring together a diverse cross-section of the community to carefully consider complex issues, weigh trade-offs, and reach collective recommendations. When designed well, these processes build understanding, legitimacy, and long-term buy-in for council priorities.
Capire Associates, Mel Hagedorn and Mollie Rashleigh, will share practical insights from their experience delivering deliberative engagement programs with councils across Australia. They will discuss what “best practice” looks like in the Queensland context, how to tailor engagement to reflect local values and constraints, and why creating the right environment can transform how communities and councils work together.
Day/Date: Wednesday 27 May
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers
Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded.
Use of AI notetakers: The use of AI notetakers (e.g. Tactiq, Otter.ai, Fireflies etc.) is not permitted in any LGMA-hosted webinars or online events. Please refer to our policy here.
Guest Presenters: Details
Who should attend: Council officers working in community engagement, corporate strategy, governance, service planning, and communications, along with economic development managers and planning officers responding to new state requirements for renewable energy projects and community benefit frameworks. This session will also be valuable for executives seeking to strengthen trust, transparency, and community connection through evidence-based engagement practices.
LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member.
To book, please select 'Complimentary - Member Benefit'. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you have any issues.
