Abstract
ObjectiveTo describe how a sample of people working in community health promotion projects perceive and implement community engagement approaches. MethodMixed qualitative–quantitative study. Data was collected through: semi-structured interviews with 10 people representing the projects, and workshops in which 53 people participated and responded to a questionnaire prepared ad hoc to identify levels of community engagement. Descriptive statistical analysis of the questionnaires and framework analysis of the interviews, observations and workshops recordings. ResultsAlthough the projects are described as highly participatory, community engagement appeared mainly in the form of attending events, with few examples of consultation or community involvement. ConclusionsThis difference may be due to the lack of a culture of participation, both in individuals and institutions, and lack of training in community engagement. It is proposed to change the language from participation-attendance to using expressions such as consulting or involving people.
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