About Engage NCW
Our Story
Engage NCW was founded in 2024 by Teka Sellers with a simple belief: communities and thrive and projects are successful when people are included in the decisions that affect them. Stakeholders expect and deserve genuine involvement, and projects consistently perform better when we engage the people they impact. Teka is committed to partnering with agencies and communities to create successful, community-supported outcomes.
Our Mission
Our mission is to bring the public and decision-makers together to support more sustainable, well-informed decisions through strategic, thoughtful public involvement.
Our Approach
Our approach is grounded in the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) framework, a globally recognized leader in public engagement. IAP2 provides a comprehensive, structured, and proven methodology built on core values that guide effective, transparent, and meaningful participation. By using this framework, we ensure our processes meet high standards and create clear expectations for both organizations and the public.
Our Services
Engage NCW offers a full range of public involvement services to help organizations make informed, community-supported decisions. We provide strategic public involvement planning, public education, and targeted outreach to ensure information is accessible and effective. Our team facilitates meetings and events, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and offers training that equips staff with the skills needed for meaningful public participation.