Open Government Dialogue
In order to inform the path forward for open
government in Newfoundland and Labrador, government implemented a
comprehensive public engagement process, so that together, we co-created
the Open Government Action Plan. This plan is based on the ideas and
priorities of the people of the province.
We used online tools including social media
and feedback forms, as well as in-person activities like face-to-face
meetings and interactive sessions, in order to ensure that we understood
what people expected of open government. Throughout this process, we
reported back to you in a timely manner on the information gathered, and
on any issues identified.
Below, you will find of a review of the
process we followed to develop the Open Government Action Plan in
collaboration with Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.
Newfoundland and Labrador's Open Government Public Engagement Plan
Phase 1: Scope and Seek
We reinforced our commitment to Open
Government by immediately launching our public engagement activities
after the launch of the Open Government Initiative in 2014. During this
phase, we used various methods to seek key ideas from you. We identified
the information of greatest value and the issues of most importance to
the people of the province. We then committed to sharing the input we
received in a timely manner.
Phase 2: Digging Deeper
During this phase, we conducted a detailed
dialogue on themes identified in Phase 1. We undertook more targeted
public engagement activities and completed further analysis of the
feedback we received. We also prepared and released a "What we Heard"
document and sought further input from residents. Throughout the
process, we committed to implementing new ideas and suggestions, where
possible.
Phase 3: Reflect and Validate
We have taken the findings and proposed
actions and released a draft Action Plan. We are now seeking further
input from the public before we finalize the plan.
Phase 4: Moving Forward
With your help, we will finalize and release
Newfoundland and Labrador's first Open Government Action Plan, begin
implementing initiatives, and share our process for monitoring and
evaluating progress on achieving commitments.