Even the best-laid plans often go awry. Poverty is messy and complex and the process of finding solutions to poverty will be too. A collaborative in Halifax began their journey toward poverty solutions, and along the way, delved into the true meaning of authentic community engagement.
This case study highlights a comprehensive local community engagement plan, as well as its pitfalls, and exemplifies how being open to the toughest feedback is amongst the most important aspects of the journey.