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Closing the Representation Gap: A Guide for Unlocking Hidden Voices

The Challenge of Reaching Diverse Audiences Underrepresentation in community engagement poses a significant challenge for governments working to foster inclusive and participatory decision-making...

Public Portal Redesign Works to Improve Resident Experience

State and local governments face a pressing challenge: fostering genuine community engagement while adapting to modern digital standards. PublicInput recognizes this need and has updated the Public...

10 SMS/Text Messaging Best Practices to Consider Before Launching Your Next Campaign

Launching an SMS Text Message Campaign: 10 Best Practices to Consider Text messaging is a highly effective method for reaching residents, particularly hard to reach populations like those with low...

Go Beyond the Same 10 People with a Community Engagement Software

How Publicinput Helps Expand Your Community Engagement   The PublicInput platform is designed to support state and local governments in their efforts to reach the right stakeholders.  Instead of...

Elevating Transit Engagement: PublicInput Custom Links and QR Codes

Ever feel like you’re doing a lot to drive community engagement, but aren’t sure what’s working?What if you could tell which specific outreach efforts were generating the most participation? Or...

Five Ways to Increase Community Engagement Reach with SMS Text

Informed and Engaged: A Recipe for Success with SMS Text A well-informed and actively engaged community is the ultimate goal of any state or local government working to build public trust.   Whether...

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