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Social impact, rights & just transition · Core

Community engagement

Also called: local stakeholder engagement

ELI5

Ongoing dialogue and relationship-building with local communities.

Used in conversation

“Can we separate the target for community engagement from measured performance?”

Pitch context

You will see “Community engagement” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches social impact, rights & just transition.

Why it matters: In social impact, rights & just transition, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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