impact assessment topics

Public Participation

General Information

Public participation is the process of involving individuals, communities, and stakeholders in decisions that affect their environment, health, and well-being. In impact assessment, it helps ensure that local knowledge, values, and concerns are considered, leading to more transparent, inclusive, and effective decision-making.

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IAPA

IAPA Volume 39, Issue 1 (2021)

Explore IAPA Volume 39 Issue 1, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

IAPA

IAPA Volume 38, Issue 1 (2020)

Explore IAPA Volume 38 Issue 1, featuring peer-reviewed articles and insights on impact assessment topics. Free access for IAIA members.

Best Practice

Best Practice: Public Participation

“Best Practice: Public Participation” is part of IAIA’s International Best Practice Principles series for impact assessment practitioners.

Best Practice

Melhores Práticas: Participação Pública

“Melhores Práticas: Participação Pública” faz parte da série de Princípios Internacionais de Melhores Práticas da IAIA para profissionais de avaliação de impacto.

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