> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://books.fablabbcn.org/communication-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://books.fablabbcn.org/communication-handbook/who-your-audience/stakeholder-communications.md).

# STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATIONS

## Engaging and communicating with Stakeholders

The purpose of communicating with stakeholders is to engage them in the project, not sell them something. Be mindful of establishing sustainable long-term relationships with Stakeholders you wish to involve and setting up clear communications channels and approaches from the start.

![Tips for effective communications for stakeholder engagement.](https://1019304007-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-M7MZlH7eD2udCeHCp8X%2F-M8oQvwguEMg2TOUoINo%2F-M8oSkL94O7PH5GDYSZ6%2F5%20tips%20for%20comms%20and%20stakeholders.png?alt=media\&token=c63a9a28-c454-4b02-bc20-84b5f6064686)