​Project Management​

 

Meeting Clients and Their Constituents Needs and Preferences

Building thought partnerships with our clients and their constituents, that emphasize transparency, collaboration, and a tailored project management approach.

 

Example practices include

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Project Kickoffs

Leading official project kickoff meetings with our clients and internal project teams to align expectations on processes – such as meeting structures, communication methods, and task distribution – as well as overall project goals and desired outcomes.

 

Collaborative Tools

Using Google suite and other collaborative tools to maintain transparent meeting notes, agendas, and deliverables and seek ongoing input from clients and their constituents.

 

Transparency

Ensuring products and deliverables are audience-appropriate, presenting them in clear terms with enough time for clients and their constituents to review and provide feedback.

 

Partnering with Minority, Women, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (MWDBEs)

Collaborating with Minority, Women, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises to ensure our consulting team represents the diverse communities and organizations who we serve, amplifying their expertise to deliver stronger project outcomes.

 

Conflict Resolution

We use inclusive conflict resolution strategies that recognize and address power imbalances, ensuring all voices are heard and respected when resolving disagreements.

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Data Analysis

 

Disaggregated Data

We analyze data by race, gender, income, geography, and other critical demographics to uncover hidden disparities and ensure all community members are represented in our findings. This helps inform targeted interventions that address the root causes of disparities.

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We analyze data by race, gender, income, geography, and other critical demographics to uncover hidden disparities and ensure all community members are represented in our findings.

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Example practices include

 

Representative Survey Results

Quantifying the breakdown of racial, ethnic, and other demographic characteristics of survey responses to ensure it is representative of the full population being studied.

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Data Indicators

Breaking down commonly used data indicators like median household income and labor force participation rate to better understand the racial wealth gap and its impact on communities.

 

Limiting Harm in Data Collection and Presentation

We prioritize ethical data practices by obtaining informed consent, protecting participant confidentiality, and avoiding the reinforcement of stereotypes or negative narratives in our reporting.

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Example practices include

 

Color-scale for Race/Ethnicity Data

Conveying data and narrative in a way that seeks to eliminate bias through assumptions regarding color scheme.

 

Empowering Communities through DIY Data

Equipping communities with skills to establish their own data practice through the use of accessible, public data, working through scenarios directly with communities and addressing cases of problematic data.

 

Engagement and Project Deliverables

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Barrier Removal

Identifying and eliminating systemic barriers, such as language access, physical accessibility, and digital divides, to ensure everyone can participate. 

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Example practices include

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Stipends

Providing stipends for in-person engagement to cover transportation or child care costs.

 

Boosting Participation

Holding virtual events or providing food and child care at in-person events, varying time options to increase people’s ability to participate.

 

Accessibility

Translating communication materials for non-English speakers and American Sign Language interpretation at events for deaf community members

 

Inclusive Participation

We actively seek input from a diverse range of voices, with an emphasis on those who are often underrepresented. We provide multiple channels for people to engage, accommodating different ways of processing information and other accessibility needs.

 

Example practices include

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Community Inventory

Conducting a community inventory to identify groups, organizations, and individuals that represent various socioeconomic backgrounds and seeking their input and inclusion on Advisory Committees, in focus groups, and interviews.

 

Community Advisors

Inviting representatives from underserved communities to serve as advisors to planning efforts.

 

Safe, Anonymized Input Methods

Creating safe spaces and anonymized methods, for under-represented voices to provide direct feedback.

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Diverse Channels

Utilizing diverse communication channels that reach all community segments.

 

Technology

Leveraging technology and tools to enhance accessibility and inclusion in our projects and communications.