Purpose
This toolkit helps ATSDR site teams communicate with local communities during public health assessments. Updated in 2015, it’s available online for download and doesn’t mandate new processes or specific tools.
Developed by: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
Resource information
Resource: ATSDR Communication Toolkit
Target audience
Public health professionals
Target situation
Environmental health professionals preparing for a community public health assessment can find communication strategies and tools here. These resources help ensure effective community engagement.
Main objectives
Secondary objectives
- Communicate Risk
- Community Preparation
- Community Engagement
Resource type
Toolkit
Publication year
2015
What's included
The toolkit includes a variety of customizable tools that can be used in any order or combination for affected communities. Its contents can be used for:
- Community meetings.
- Presentations.
- Stakeholder engagement.
- Materials development.
- Social media.
- And more.
The “ATSDR Communication Toolkit User’s Guide” and the “Quick Reference Guide” are good starting points to provide:
- An overview of the toolkit.
- A description of the numerous tools included.
- Sample steps and scenarios to help guide the user to relevant toolkit resources for various situations.
Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry