Coproduction in Consultation
Course Description
Move beyond consultation to shared decision making. This course explores the principles and practice of co-production, equipping you with the tools to collaborate meaningfully with communities and stakeholders.
Learners
Designed for public sector professionals, policy teams, engagement leads, and community organisations seeking to deepen collaboration and shared ownership of decision-making.
Content Overview
- Co-production vs. consultation – Understand the key differences and when to use each approach.
- Power-sharing in decision-making – Learn how to engage stakeholders as equal partners.
- Asset-based engagement methods – Use techniques like Appreciative Inquiry and strengths-based approaches to build trust.
- Avoiding tokenism – Ensure co-production is authentic, impactful, and leads to real change.
- Practical application – Develop strategies to embed co-production in policy, service design, and governance.