THE SECRET LIFE OF POP-UPS

<p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>What does it take to create truly meaningful impactful community engagement?</strong></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>In this insightful and practical guide Cindy Plowman takes readers behind the scenes of face-to-face engagement sharing lessons from over a decade of experience in the field. From navigating the complexities of community consultation to designing creative pop-ups that draw people in Cindy demonstrates how genuine connection can transform projects policies and communities.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Filled with real-world stories this book captures the transformative power of in-person engagement-from the farmer vulnerably sharing his struggles with drought to the project manager finding their voice and connecting with their community. Cindy combines humour humanity and hard-won lessons to guide readers in building their own processes for community engagement ensuring every project is rooted in trust collaboration and respect.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Packed with actionable strategies this book offers more than just inspiration-it's a toolkit for anyone involved in community engagement. Learn how to:</span></p><ul><li><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Plan and deliver creative pop-ups that draw in diverse audiences.</span></li><li><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Co-design engagement processes that reflect and respect community needs.</span></li><li><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Use insights and data to refine project management and communication strategies.</span></li><li><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Embrace innovative tools like AI to enhance efficiency and focus on meaningful outcomes.</span></li></ul><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Drawing from her experience leading Conversation Co. Cindy shares how she turned a simple caravan (originally intended as a cocktail van!) into a vibrant mobile engagement space. From designing props that spark curiosity to creating systems that streamline processes this book equips readers with the tools to approach engagement with confidence and creativity.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out this book offers the tools and inspiration to elevate your engagement practice. Discover how to design creative pop-ups that resonate with your audience and gain the confidence to turn meaningful conversations into measurable outcomes.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>If there's one takeaway it's this: meaningful engagement starts with a well-structured process but it thrives on the human connections we build along the way.</span></p>