ATSDR Communication Toolkit

ATSDR Communication Toolkit

Description:

This toolkit aids ATSDR site teams in their communication efforts with local communities as they undertake their public health assessment work. It was last updated in 2015, and the tools are available online for download. The toolkit is not intended to introduce a new process or require the use of any specific tool. Rather, the goals are to

• Help ensure ATSDR site team members have the tools needed to enhance communication in communities in which they work; and
• Facilitate a better understanding of ATSDR’s assessment process.

The toolkit includes a variety of customizable tools that can be used in any order or combination as needed for affected communities. Its contents can be used for community meetings, presentations, stakeholder engagement, materials development, social media, and more. NOTE: The “ATSDR Communication Toolkit User’s Guide” and the “Quick Reference Guide” for the toolkit are good starting points to provide an overview of the toolkit, a description of the numerous tools included, and sample steps and scenarios to help guide the user to relevant toolkit resources for various situations.

Target Situation:

Environmental health professionals who need to prepare to enter a community for a public health assessment process and want to learn communication strategies and tools to help ensure effective community engagement.