Services

 

 

We offer a variety of services and assistance to local governments, public agencies, and community organizations that are interested in developing or improving participatory budgeting processes.

 

Speakers & Workshops

Technical Assistance

Evaluation

Research

 

 

Speakers & Workshops 

• Introduction to PB talks
• Demo workshops
• Customized talks and workshops for schools, housing authorities, and community organization

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Technical Assistance 

Support and accompaniment for:

• Building broad community partnerships
• Participatory rule-making and process design
• Development of technical tools, such as budget matrices and voting systems
• Planning and facilitation of community workshops, assemblies, and meetings
• Preparation of budget literacy and educational materials
• Staff training and capacity-building
• Production of publicity materials

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Evaluation 

• Participatory evaluation
• Development of evaluation frameworks, including monitoring indicators and survey, interview, and observation tools
• Preparation and dissemination of evaluation reports
• Facilitation of evaluation and planning workshops

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Research 

• Feasibility and scoping studies
• Research on best practices from other cities
• Participatory action research

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