Guidelines for Use of OUR Copyright Protected Materials
Engagement Institute (formerly IAP2 Australasia) has developed a framework that provides access to key models and resources, together with clear acknowledgement and referencing to Engagement Institute. This enables us to continue contributing to the advancement and strengthening of the practice while also protecting the use of our intellectual property and the sustainability of the Engagement Institute.
Our approach is one of evolution and ongoing professionalisation of both the engagement sector and the Engagement Institute. The Engagement Institute IP framework offers stronger guidance for those seeking to reference our IP.
The Engagement Institute will make the following materials available for download upon request:
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Community Engagement Model
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Evaluation Framework (IAP2 Quality Assurance Standard for Community and Stakeholder Engagement)
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Practice Framework
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Methods Matrix (condensed version)
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Other (on request)
The Engagement Institute requires that appropriate and clear acknowledgement of Engagement Institute as the copyright owner be included in all third-party uses of these materials.
When a request to access and use the Materials is made, the requesting party must agree to the terms and conditions of use before a license will be granted. Each request will be assessed individually, and the Engagement Institute reserves the right to decline any request at its sole discretion.
Example of Proper Attribution
© International Association for Public Participation Australasia Limited (IAP2 Australasia) trading as Engagement Institute 2014–2025. Use of this material is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by the Engagement Institute.
Examples of Acceptable Use
The Engagement Institute’s IP (including the Materials above) may be referenced and used in:
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Policy documents
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Internal organisation documents
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Informational websites
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Bids and tenders
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Personal (non-commercial) use
Examples of Unacceptable Use
The Engagement Institute’s IP must not be used for:
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Any form of commercial gain or use
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Training or educational course materials (except for citation/reference purposes only)
Dos and Don’ts
The following guidance outlines appropriate and inappropriate uses of our Materials.
Do Use In
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Internal documents, including intranet
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Websites that are for informational purposes only
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Personal, non-commercial use that will not be published externally (e.g. PowerPoint presentations)
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Tenders and proposals to assist in winning projects, as long as appropriately referenced
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Training or educational purposes – to explain Engagement Institute Materials concepts to students, with correct attribution
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Government policy documents
Don’t Use In
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Any material where a fee is charged for access to Engagement Institute Materials
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Documents that include Engagement Institute Materials where payment is required
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Training or educational course materials without appropriate attribution to Engagement Institute
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Any commercial documents where there is a gain or charge for Engagement Institute content
Permission for Use
Written permission is required from the Engagement Institute, as the owner of the Materials. A license must be granted before a third party proceeds to use, copy, or reproduce any of the Materials. To seek permission, please complete the form below.
Any use of the Materials without permission or proper attribution is considered by the Engagement Institute to be unethical and unacceptable, and may infringe on Engagement Institute’s intellectual property rights.
If a third party wishes to modify the Materials or prepare adaptations to suit specific needs, the Engagement Institute will review the request, consult with the original authors where necessary, and communicate its decision.
The Engagement Institute keeps a record of all individuals, organisations, and institutions granted permission to use the Materials. We encourage all third parties to seek permission as early as possible.
To Request Permission
To use, copy or reproduce any or all of the Materials, you are required to submit a written request. Please complete the form below and submit it to the Engagement Institute for consideration.
For any other questions or specific requests, contact us at info@engagementinstitute.org.au.
If you require the IAP2 Core Values, IAP2 Code of Ethics, or IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation models, please visit the IAP2 International website and follow their usage guidelines.
