Participatory Toolkit

This toolkit provides step-by-step evaluation and action activities that will lead organizations through the process of understanding the benefits of participatory systems and how to incorporate them within the organization. This toolkit contains standalone activities that will spark discussion within the organization and between the organization and its program users, tools that the organization can use to evaluate current practices, and recommendations and steps for taking action. By working through this toolkit, organizations will view their practices in a new light, recognize the inherent assets of its community and community members, and incorporate these insights into the practices of the organization to the benefit of all involved. We recommend that you engage in these activities with a team of staff members.