IAP2 North American Conference
Building Together: The Role of Community Engagement in Shaping the Future
The IAP2 North American Conference is the leading voice in the field of public participation and engagement spearheading progress since 1992.
About IAP2 NAC
Conference attendees will be exposed to a wide range of topics across the field of P2, encouraged to participate in hands-on workshops and meet members of the community through networking events.
By attending IAP2 NAC you will:
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Learn how to increase engagement and inclusion with Indigenous peoples, equity-deserving and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
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Uncover ways to drive impact with better decision-making and implement, and understand the process, decisions, and impact.
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Discuss ways to increase trust between decision-makers and the public to facilitate lasting, collaborative community engagement.
Land acknowledgement
We acknowledge, from coast to coast to coast, the Indigenous people (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) of all the lands that we are on today.
This acknowledgement reaffirms our commitment and responsibility to improving relationships, understanding Indigenous peoples and cultures, acknowledging the impact of residential schools and colonialism on Indigenous families and communities, and moving forward in a spirit of reconciliation.
Accessibility considerations
IAP2 NAC is a digital-first conference, attendees have control over their accessibility with options to increase the font size, adjust contrast, and use screen reader technology. Additionally, all meals have gluten-friendly and vegetarian options.
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The conference programming is available in French and English via a live translation app. Translation output options are audio or caption, a listening device can be provided or you can bring your own headphones.
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Shaw Centre meets a wide range of codes, standards and accessibility requirements including ramps, doorless entry and automatic door openers, accessible stalls, raised directional tiles and pavers for accessible wayfinding, as well as tactile and braille signage.
Please reach out to us at conference[@]iap2canada.ca if you require any additional accessibility considerations.
Keeping the environment in mind
IAP2 Canada is committed to minimising the environmental footprint of the 2024 North American Conference.
We are digital-first and as such the conference programs will not be printed; printing in general will be kept to a minimum. The conference schedule is available on the website and through the event app.
Participants are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle to minimise single-use plastic waste and opt-in for public transit or carpooling when possible.
IAP2 Canada:
Inspiring better decisions together
IAP2 is the leading membership organization for public participation and engagement professionals.
Our mission is to advance effective public participation practices and support practitioners. As an international leader in public participation, we offer:
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Training and learning programs
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Networking opportunities
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Tools to advocate for meaningful and effective public participation
IAP2 Spectrum Evolution
Much has changed with engagement practices since the introduction of the Spectrum in 1999. We are conducting a global review to ensure that the Spectrum remains relevant and continues to inform our public participation and engagement practices.
Participation is simple — share your thoughts by completing the survey. This is an opportunity to make your voice heard and influence the future of how engagement is practiced around the world. The survey takes less than 10 minutes on average.