# F7.2 Sustain the participation of affected communities

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[F7 Foster community engagement](https://safedpi.gitbook.io/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/foundational-principles/f7-foster-community-engagement)
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[RI3 Exclusion, RI2 Unequal access](https://safedpi.gitbook.io/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-inclusion)
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[L2 Strategy and Design](https://safedpi.gitbook.io/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/responsible-authorities/r3-donor/l2-strategy-and-design)
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## Practices

* Encourage the establishment of a pooled fund, where donors, governments, and ecosystem participants contribute financial resources specifically earmarked for supporting community engagement.
* Provide direct funding to grassroots and community-based organizations that represent affected groups, empowering them to lead engagement efforts.