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IDEO - Align On Your Participatory Approach

Engage participants meaningfully. Center their hopes and needs for your project. Part of the LUMA collection.

Duration
30 mins
Group Size
4-8
Category
IDEO
Difficulty
Easy
Establish a participatory approach. Center community voices. Prioritize equity. Plan meaningful engagement.
Aligned participatory approach. Clear facilitation plan. Engaged participant involvement.
This activity sets the foundation for community engagement. Consider compensation and logistics early. It's not always easy to get this right, so be prepared to adjust your approach.
Participatory design means collaborating with those closest to a problem to create a collective solution. This approach prioritizes equity and shared decision-making power. It works against systems of oppression. It can take different forms, from meaningful consultation to deeper involvement in decisions. Selecting your participatory approach sets the tone for how you'll center and care for community members.

  1. Find time for your team to walk through the guided activity. It pairs well with a project kickoff meeting.

  2. Align on the participant or co-designer archetype you want to work with. The worksheet has examples.

  3. Look at the various approaches based on project goals, budget, and timeline. Which approach feels most aligned?

  4. Complete the closing madlib.

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For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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