Appendix 1 - Engagement Methods
Perth and Kinross Council · 30 September 2026
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Appendix 1 Engagement Methods The section below sets out some of the engagement methods which will be utilised during the lifespan of the project to ensure barriers to participation are removed and the voices of a wide range of residents help shape the priorities and decide on the allocation of funding. • The Discovery Phase will use facilitated small-group discussions to make it easier for the following people/groups to contribute meaningfully: o younger participants o underrepresented residents o first-time applicants o marginalised groups • During the Collaboration and Application Phase support will be offered to develop ideas and applications. Support will be offered to ensure an equitable process between grassroots groups and well-established organisations with the following help and assistance: o collaborative workshops o proposal-writing workshops o template applications • The Screening Phase will include elected members not just council officers to increase legitimacy. • A mixed screening panel to include: o technical staff o Elected members o Community council reps where available • Participatory Decision-Making Phase to promote equitable and meaningful involvement from groups who are often underrepresented in civic engagement. Examples include: o young people o disabled residents o carers o migrants o shift workers o lower-income residents Participation in this phase will be structured to ensure that individuals involved in decision-making are broadly representative of the communities within each ward from which applications have been received, supporting fairness, diversity of perspective, and local accountability. • Discovery, Collaboration and Decision-Making Phases will incorporate a range of flexible and accessible participation methods to support broad engagement, including: o online input o weekend sessions o pop-up engagement in community spaces
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o leaflet distribution o posters on noticeboards o Input from PKAVS TSI and Local Anchor Organisations o key locality partners – Schools, Youth work Partnership etc. o provision of translated materials • Practical barriers which inhibit participation will be addressed, wherever possible, through the provision of: o transport o accessible venues o ESOL and literacy support o digital access