Community engagement is often celebrated as a cornerstone of democracy, fostering participation, transparency, and trust between communities and governments. But behind the scenes, the work can be messy, emotionally draining, and full of challenges that rarely get talked about openly.
This webinar brings together three seasoned community engagement practitioners for an honest conversation about those unspoken realities and practical ways to navigate them.
Together, they tackle questions like:
What can we do when things get heated?
How should we respond to challenges or accusations?
How can we resist the urge to tighten control—and instead release it to find better solutions?
How do we care for ourselves and avoid burnout?
This is a rare chance to hear unfiltered insights, learn practical strategies, and feel less alone in the hard parts of community engagement.
Max Hardy, Community Engagement and Co-Design Facilitator
Michelle Weston, Designer, Facilitator and Consultant
Lisa Attygalle, Tamarack Consulting Director, Community Engagement