Community Education & Engagement Support
Community Engagement Process
Meaningful engagement begins with listening and learning. This six stage cycle helps teams understand local communities, build trust and turn insights into inclusive programs and meaningful action. It also supports strong relationships, shared ownership and lasting community impact.
6 Stage Engagement Cycle
1. Listen
Gather insights into the community’s history, demographics, needs and values.
Identify who visits, or may visit, local beaches.
2. Understand
Recognise and respect the community’s cultural norms, values and traditions.
Understand how these factors influence decisions and practices around beach visits.
3. Connection
Build relationships with residents, community groups, organisations and key stakeholders.
Develop trusted networks that support meaningful community connections.
4. Plan
Develop clear methods for communication, consultation and collaboration.
Use community insights and partnerships to create tailored programs and messages.
5. Engage
Share information, encourage participation and involve the community in activities.
Create welcoming opportunities that strengthen inclusion and social connection.
6. Sustain
Maintain relationships, review progress and promote shared ownership for lasting impact.
Support community safety advocates and pathways into surf lifesaving.
How we can support you
- Assisting in the delivery of targeted safety programs for at-risk communities.
- Sharing crucial coastal safety information across multilingual and diverse networks.
- Developing and supporting members to lead community engagement initiatives.
- Linking clubs and branches with essential local contacts and organisational partners.
Key Community and Educational Support Portals
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