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Stakeholder engagement

Throughout the three steps of the IMCORE approach, aimed at developing local adaptation strategies, stakeholders were engaged within each of the case study areas.

Different combinations of techniques, workshops and events were used in each area depending on individual needs and stakeholder relationships. For example, in Cork, the Harbour Forum and Focus Group were already in place with a committed group of interested stakeholders who already knew each other - whereas, in Lough Swilly, an expert group with a coastal adaptation focus was developed for the first time as part of the IMCORE project.

Our guidelines for effective stakeholder engagement can be downloaded here.


READY - Why engage stakeholders?	STEADY - A few tips before you start	GO! - How to engage stakeholders?

READY - Why engage stakeholders?

Stakeholder engagement allows smooth and effective delivery of the adaptation strategy. Here are some good reasons why effective participation should be of interest to you.

to learn who is responsible for what, and the difference each stakeholder can make if they are part of the process
to understand and manage the perceptions and expectations of stakeholders regarding the adaptation process
to share knowledge and be fully accountable for the process
to have stakeholder support to take action despite uncertainty
to be more prepared as a group, building adaptive capacity through long-term working relationships

STEADY - A few tips before you start

TIP 1 - Understand the interests and influence of stakeholders in the process

TIP 2 - Plan h ow you will engage stakeholders from the beginning

TIP 3 - Keep stakeholders interested and informed by using appropriate techniques. Beware of stakeholder fatigue

TIP 4 - Ensure good facilitation and knowledge of your methodology

TIP 5 - Don't overlook the logistics of workshops

GO! - How to engage stakeholders?

The TRUST! Stakeholder engagement guide gives you a hands-on step by step approach to effective participation.

Our partners have shared their insights and tips in the videos below. Also available is more detailed information on how stakeholder engagement was implemented for each case study area.


Step by step guidance to engage stakeholders	VIDEO: Tips for engaging stakeholders

	VIDEO: The importance of engaging different people