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Find insights and support for your role in community engagement. From handling challenges at work to building stronger local connections, our blog shares honest reflections and practical guidance to help you feel more confident, recognised, and equipped in your day-to-day.

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How to start engaging with your local community — no PR team required! Apr 07, 2025

When you hear the phrase “community engagement,” it often conjures images of corporate social responsibility reports, glossy photo ops, or l...

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The power of purpose: Why community engagement matters to employees Oct 30, 2024

In today’s competitive market, businesses are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of engaging with their local communities. While ...

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Emma Smith

Community Engagement Specialist

I’m Emma Smith, founder of Nia Avanna, a UK-based business offering digital resources, practical guidance, and a supportive membership community for people responsible for community engagement, social value, sustainability, volunteering, and local communications, as well as those whose roles now include community engagement alongside other responsibilities. I’ve spent more than ten years working across local policing and corporate sectors, helping organisations reduce complaints, improve their local reputation, and build stronger relationships with the communities around them. I started Nia Avanna to share people-focused support that helps you approach community engagement with clarity and confidence.

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