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Public Participation

General Information

Public participation is the process of involving individuals, communities, and stakeholders in decisions that affect their environment, health, and well-being. In impact assessment, it helps ensure that local knowledge, values, and concerns are considered, leading to more transparent, inclusive, and effective decision-making.

Public Participation Special-Interest Section

IAIA's Public Participation Section explores principles and techniques of effective public participation as part of impact assessment. Chair(s): John Sinclair, Timothy J. Peirson-Smith & Tanya Burdett

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IAPA

IAPA Volume 42, Issue 6 (2024)

Explore IAPA Volume 42 Issue 6, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

Proceedings

IAIA24 Conference Proceedings

View and download the official proceedings from IAIA24 in Dublin, featuring session summaries, papers, and key takeaways.

IAPA

IAPA Volume 42, Issue 2 (2024)

Explore IAPA Volume 42 Issue 2, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

IAPA

IAPA Volume 41, Issue 6 (2023)

Explore IAPA Volume 41 Issue 6, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

IAPA

IAPA Volume 41, Issue 4 (2023)

Explore IAPA Volume 41 Issue 4, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

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Best Practice

Best Practice: Public Participation in IA Follow-Up

“Best Practice: Public Participation in IA Follow-Up” is part of IAIA’s International Best Practice Principles series for practitioners.

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