Local community engagement initiatives in Poland

In Radom, guidance has been provided on organizing local initiatives to allow residents to influence their surroundings. The process involves identifying community needs, such as youth meeting spaces or street improvements, defining specific goals, and building a team to share responsibilities. Successful implementation often requires planning, seeking support from schools or NGOs, and utilizing tools like participatory budgeting and social media.

In Krosno, the Pasjonauci Foundation has launched a series of consultative meetings to discuss the role of district and neighborhood councils. Rather than focusing immediately on legal statutes, the foundation aims to understand what residents expect from these institutions. The initiative seeks input from both active community members and those who have not previously participated in local governance to better understand barriers to engagement.