Introduction to Community Engagement

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Target Audience

Community leaders, public health professionals, nonprofit organizations, program managers, researchers and anyone interested in building stronger community relationships, engaging community members in projects, or improving their personal growth and interpersonal interactions in a culturally diverse world.

Description

This course introduces the fundamentals of community engagement, emphasizing the importance of active participation, transparency, and collaboration with community members. Participants will gain practical tools for engaging diverse groups and fostering long-term community partnerships.

Speaker
Breyana Davis, DrPH, MPH
UNC - North Carolina Institute for Public Health

Date and Time
April 16, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 pm.

Credits
CEUs
This Activity fulfills the requirement of 0.150 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Contact Hours
This Activity fulfills the requirements for 1.50 Contact Hours.

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Objectives

• Understand the principles of effective community engagement
• Learn strategies for building trust and fostering collaboration with community members
• Develop skills in facilitating community meetings and discussions
• Identify ways to sustain engagement efforts over time

Sessions