public engagement
/ˈpʌblɪk ɛnˈdʒeɪdʒmənt/ · pub·lic en·gage·ment
noun
- The act of engaging with the public, often in a formal or organized manner, to promote awareness, understanding, or participation in a particular issue or activity. The university's public engagement initiative aims to increase community involvement in scientific research.
noun
- A level of interaction or participation between an individual or organization and the public, often measured in terms of reach, impact, or engagement metrics. The company's public engagement metrics showed a significant increase in social media followers and website traffic.
noun
- A process or strategy for building relationships, trust, and understanding between an organization and its stakeholders, including the public. The non-profit organization's public engagement strategy focused on community outreach and education.
Synonyms
outreachcommunity engagementpublic relationsstakeholder engagementcitizen participationpublic affairs
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of public engagement has been increasingly recognized as a key aspect of responsible business practices, with many organizations incorporating it into their corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies.