A STRATEGIC INITIATIVE OF THE COUNCIL FOR WATERSHED HEALTH
Outreach & Engagement
ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES
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Below is a short compilation of engagement strategies and case studies that can be used to help develop and execute a communications plan around building inclusive community-driven multi-benefit projects. Community-based organizations (CBOs) and Tribal entities should always be considered to help implement engagement throughout the process. For more information on CBOs in your area, review the map and list.
Best Practices for Community Engagement and Building Successful Projects
Source: California Climate Investments, 2018
A Time of Opportunities: Water, Health, and Equity in the Los Angeles Region
Source: Prevention Institute, 2018
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DAC Outreach Evaluation Study: An Analysis of Tech Assistance and Outreach Methods
Source: Council for Watershed Health, 2014
Greening In Place Toolkit: Protecting Communities From Displacement
Source: Audubon Center at Debs Park, 2020
Liquid Gold: Communicating About Stormwater In Los Angeles
Source: Luskin Center - UCLA, 2017
Engaging Disadvantaged Communities In Resource Management: Case Studies
Source: Rivers and Mountains Conservancy, 2013
Fighting Redlining & Climate Change with Transformative Climate Communities
Source: The Greenlining Institute, 2021
Step-by-Step Guide to Integrating Community Input into Green Infrastructure Projects
Source: Environmental Law Institute and Amigos Bravos, 2018
The Spectrum of Community Engagement to Ownership
Source: Movement Strategy Center, Building Healthy Communities; & Facilitating Power
Community-Driven Climate Resilience Planning: A Framework
Source: National Association of Climate Resilience Planners (NACRP), 2017​
Planning for Healthy Communities: SB 1000 Implementation Toolkit
Source: California Environmental Justice Alliance and Placeworks, 2017
Political Engagement Strategy - Quick Tips
Source: DakeLuna Consultants, 2015
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ENGAGEMENT COORDINATION​
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It's important to leverage other engagement happening in the region to avoid community burnout and duplication of effort. Below is a shortlist of resources and programs running parallel to Measure W (Safe Clean Water Program) that should be taken into consideration when planning outreach.
Community-Based Organization
(CBO) Spheres of Influence Map
An interactive map app highlighting LA Region CBOs "communities of trust".
Climate Adaptation Master Plan for Water (CAMP4W)
Managed by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
Measure A:
Parks and Open Space Technical Assistance Program
Managed by the County Regional Parks and Open Space District
Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians Tribal Climate Resiliency Plan
A blueprint for addressing climate resiliency in FTBMI's Tribal territory.
LA County Water Plan
Managed by County Public Works
LA River Master Plan
Managed by County Public Works
Countywide Sustainability Plan Implementation
Managed by LA County Chief Sustainability Office
Greater LA County Disadvatanged Community Involvement Program (DACIP)
A component of the DWR Integrated Regional Water Management Program
Green Schoolyards for All Plan
Managed by LAUSD