Community-Led FOIA

Community-led FOIA is a process led by people within communities who are primarily knowledgeable about and accountable to their communities. Community members (or their representatives) ask questions, and those questions are directed (by community members or their advocates) to the proper government agencies to get answers. Community-led processes reflect and represent the lived experiences, values, perspectives, and voices of community constituencies. The method aims for transparency and full accountability to communities. Community-led research is self-determining, not influenced by government, industry, or donors. Obtaining community-led FOIA information is one step. The follow-up should include full transparency, education, and information sharing, advocacy, and monitoring of policies. Find here a PDF resource to know more.