Kaasamises

Kaasamises is an Estonian term that refers to the act or process of involving others in a task, project, or decision. It denotes bringing people, groups, or resources into a shared activity to ensure participation, influence, or collaboration. The word is derived from the verb kaasama (to accompany or include) with the nominalizing suffix -mise. Grammatically, kaasmises is used in various cases depending on sentence structure, typically indicating the object of involvement or the process of involving.

In usage, kaasmises is commonly associated with participatory approaches and collaborative practices. It is used in contexts such as governance, public policy, and organizational management to describe efforts to engage stakeholders, communities, or employees in planning and decision-making. The concept emphasizes inclusion, transparency, and shared responsibility, rather than unilateral action.

In addition to public administration and business, kaasmises appears in education, civil society, and research, where it describes involving learners, community groups, or participants in designing programs, curricula, or studies. It aligns with broader ideas of participatory design, co-creation, and stakeholder engagement, highlighting that outcomes are more legitimate or effective when diverse voices are included.

See also: kaasamine (involvement), osalus (participation), kaasatus (inclusion or involvement), stakeholder engagement.