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Public participation rightly ranks high on every local government’s agenda. Today, residents expect more than just information: they want to be heard. Involving residents in policymaking often comes with significant challenges:…
International newcomers can find local connections more easily when a municipality combines digital information with a personal welcome. Introduce the neighborhood network early: during registration, through local partners and at in-person…
When the City of Mechelen joined forces with Hoplr in 2016 as one of the first cities, it was a leap into the unknown. Today, nearly ten years later, Mechelen has…
“Social cohesion sounds great… but what does it actually bring in concrete terms?” That’s a fair question that local governments are asking more and more often. Budgets are limited, and impact…
"A gift that makes Tulln an even more livable city"
Active, vibrant neighborhoods don’t happen by accident. They grow when a local government builds in consistent attention and repetition—both offline and online. Today, local communication increasingly struggles with fragmented channels, low…
Key points of this article New activity calendar: Users can now easily discover local events within a 5 km radius, with filters for distance, category, period, or neighborhood – strengthening social…
We are incredibly proud to announce that Hoplr has won the CommuniCare Impact Award at the Global ESG Awards 2025 in Cannes. ✨ This prestigious award, hosted by EUBIN – the…
The World of Social Media Is Changing Rapidly. Where platforms like Meta (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger) and X (formerly Twitter) were once the unrivaled leaders in digital communication, they are increasingly…
Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) have long been used by municipalities and social service agencies to communicate with citizens. While they offer accessibility, concerns over privacy,…
Punt Welzijn, a service-oriented welfare organization in Weert and Nederweert, works to improve livability in the neighborhoods and encourage residents to make the most of themselves. They focus on various target…
At the beginning of April, the Municipality of Terneuzen launched their brand new online participation platform doemee.terneuzen.nl. Citizens can now participate in projects of the municipality. (e.g. changes in your street…
