Partners
The Davenport Institute has long relied on the support of many valuable partnerships to support our mission of building stronger communities in California by promoting public participation in local governance.
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CAPIOThe California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) provides training, resources, and networking opportunities to strengthen and engage communities while advancing public sector communications. From professionals just beginning their careers to seasoned experts, CAPIO offers the tools and connections needed for success in the field. The Davenport Institute serves on the planning committee and as a sponsor for the CAPIO Annual Leadership Summit. |
ELGL
Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) is an "accidental professional association" that features over 4,800 members from all 50 states plus Canada, the UK, Israel, and Australia. Focused on all levels of local government, ELGL's mission is to engage local government leaders by providing useful content through podcasts, blogs, webinars, social media, and conference gatherings, with the objective of fostering authentic and meaningful connections that are grounded in practices of equity and inclusion.
We have hosted a series of webinars with ELGL on Connectivity & COVID-19 and Engaging During Pandemic Uncertainties as well as published several articles on an array of topics such as home-based entrepreneurship and climate change.
ILG
The Institute for Local Government (ILG) empowers local government leaders and delivers real-world expertise to help them navigate complex issues, increase their capacity, and build trust in their communities. For over sixty years, ILG has collaborated with local agencies throughout California, building leadership, trust, and resilience in communities.
ILG provides excellent resources that we use in our trainings and publications, including but not limited to The Basics of Engagement and Assessing Public Engagement Effectiveness Rapid Review Worksheets.
ICMA
ICMA is a leading association of professional city and county managers and other employees who serve local governments. With over 11,000 members, ICMA works to identify and promote the adoption of leading local government practices in order to improve the lives of residents. The organization offers membership, professional development programs, research, publications, data and information, technical assistance, and training to local governments and other institutions throughout the world.
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MMANCThe Municipal Management Association of Northern California (MMANC) is an organization comprised of local government management professionals spanning 49 counties in Northern California. As one of the oldest and largest organizations of its kind, MMANC supports the professional development of public management staff through events like the Annual Conference, Winter Forum, Women’s Leadership Summit, and Summer Symposium. The Davenport Institute partners with MMANC as an education sponsor and serves as a speaker at their Annual Conference, sharing insights and resources to enhance local government management and civic engagement efforts. |
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MMASCThe Municipal Management Association of Southern California (MMASC) is one of the oldest and largest associations of its kind, representing over 800 members across local governments in a nine-county area of Southern California. Its members include city managers, HR directors, analysts, graduate students, and other professionals dedicated to public service excellence. MMASC supports professional development and innovation through events and resources that connect and inspire leaders in local government. The Davenport Institute partners with MMASC as an education sponsor and serves as a speaker at their Annual Conference, providing expertise to advance civic engagement and public sector leadership. |
PublicCEO
PublicCEO is a local government publication that delivers news and insights to approximately 14,000 city managers, county administrators, public executives, and public employees every weekday. The daily newsletter and website give city managers, county administrators, public executives, and public employees a vantage point on the happenings across California's cities, counties, special districts, and the state. Their goal is to provide decision-makers with best practices, inventive ideas, perspective on trends, and access to opportunities.
The Davenport Institute regularly contributes content to PublicCEO on public engagement and GovTech.