A government that works better starts with the people who know it best

We’re asking for your insights, first and foremost, as a Californian. As a state employee, you bring a unique perspective and are an expert on how our government serves its residents. We value your experience from both sides: as a state employee, and as a Californian using public services.

Our goals:

  • Identify barriers preventing an efficient and effective government
  • Discover opportunities to better serve the people in our state

About the process

Engaged California is more than a suggestion box. It’s a collaborative platform where California’s state workforce can share, refine, and prioritize ideas that drive change.

This is a model of deliberative democracy — giving you a meaningful role in shaping the future of government services in California.

When you participate, you’re helping create a system that listens better, works smarter, and delivers more for the people we serve.

Learn more about Engaged California

How it works

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    Opt in and share
    You share an idea based on your experience to help drive smarter, more effective solutions
  2. An icon of a group of people
    Engage with others
    See what your colleagues are saying and help surface the ideas with potential
  3. An icon of a government building
    Ideas move forward
    Each idea is reviewed for its impact, relevance, and potential to inform actionable change
  4. An icon of a government building
    Inform real change
    Innovation teams develop action plans based on the ideas shared here

Additional details

Participation

  • Participation is voluntary
  • You will not be paid for your time
  • You must be 18 years or older to participate

We ask everyone to

  • Agree to follow a pledge of civility
  • Be open to listening and sharing
  • Communicate with others respectfully