Every project that touches people’s lives—whether a pipeline, mine, or housing development—must begin with understanding those people. Community profiling is where that understanding starts. What is Community Profiling? Community profiling is the process of gathering and analysing social, economic, and cultural information about a community. It’s more than demographics—it’s about insight. Profiling reveals how communities are structured, who holds influence, what people value, and where...

In the utilities and infrastructure space — from energy and water to mining and waste management — stakeholder engagement has become procedural. In the utilities and infrastructure space — from energy and water to mining and waste management — stakeholder engagement has become procedural. Many businesses boast of inclusive engagement plans, yet few can say their plans are truly community-centered. Inclusion means everyone is invited to the table. Centering means the community owns the...

When we talk about infrastructure projects in rural areas, it’s easy to focus on the engineering – the pipes, pumps, plants, and...