What We Do
Content library
We Build Community
We Build Community

We serve as a global union for organizations, government practitioners, researchers and advocates that are supporting participatory democracy, to grow their collective power and impact.

We Develop and Share Resources
We Develop and Share Resources

We synthesize global knowledge into a toolbox of accessible and practical resources that governments and organizations can use to plan, implement, and improve participatory programs.

We Provide Support
We Provide Support

We connect governments and organizations with the guidance that they need to launch and improve participatory programs, through our mentorship, training and accelerator programs.

News

News
Introducing the Democracy Narratives Campaign
Introducing the Democracy Narratives Campaign

We’re launching a global campaign with international partners to reshape how we talk about democracy. 

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July News: Democracy Narratives Campaign, mainstreaming participation resources, and more
July News: Democracy Narratives Campaign, mainstreaming participation resources, and more

Announcing the democracy narratives campaign, new tools for mainstreaming participation, and resources and funding for your work!

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The most useful participatory democracy resources, all in one place
The most useful participatory democracy resources, all in one place

Our curated, interactive collection of nearly 500 resources in 39 languages, compiled by a global community of practice.

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Renewing democracy by mainstreaming participation: Lessons learned and tools to get started
Renewing democracy by mainstreaming participation: Lessons learned and tools to get started

Learn about our new practical tools on the impacts of participatory democracy and a step-by-step Playbook for mainstreaming participation to strengthen our democracies through mainstreaming innovations.

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[Deadline extended] Apply Now: 3 ways to strengthen your participatory program
[Deadline extended] Apply Now: 3 ways to strengthen your participatory program

Two new accelerators and one mentorship program to help you engage community members in participatory decision-making, boost the participation of traditionally marginalized groups, and mainstream high-quality and inclusive public participation practices in government.

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New deadlines, 80 new accelerator teams, membership perks!
New deadlines, 80 new accelerator teams, membership perks!

We have important updates for you this June! New Accelerators cohorts, new application deadlines, membership perks, and more!

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Meet the 80 new changemakers in the People Powered Accelerators and Mentorship
Meet the 80 new changemakers in the People Powered Accelerators and Mentorship

From climate justice to inclusive democracy, meet the innovators reshaping how decisions are made around the world.

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Grow with the People Powered community: Join us as a member!
Grow with the People Powered community: Join us as a member!

An awesome network of peers? Check. Expert fundraising support? Double-check. See the rest inside!

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What Happens When a Global Participation Network Shares One Space?
What Happens When a Global Participation Network Shares One Space?

Highlighting innovations from digital assemblies in Poland to legal reforms in Europe and a virtual site visit in Kenya, our workshop week advanced inclusive and sustainable democratic participation.  

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From Georgia to Berlin: How Mentorship is Powering Local Innovation in Participatory Democracy
From Georgia to Berlin: How Mentorship is Powering Local Innovation in Participatory Democracy

Learn more about how Rising Stars & Nets4Dem empower European changemakers.

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Events 

Events
Democratic Innovations in Latin America: Social Movements, Indigenous Peoples and Traditional Communities
Jul 27
Democratic Innovations in Latin America: Social Movements, Indigenous Peoples and Traditional Communities

Join Participedia School 2025 in Rio, July 27–31. Explore Latin American democratic innovations with global scholars and community leaders.

AI and Governance In Asia: Asia Center 10th International Conference
Aug 21
AI and Governance In Asia: Asia Center 10th International Conference

Explore AI’s impact on democracy at Asia Centre’s 10th International Conference in Bangkok, August 21–22. Connect with experts advancing ethical and inclusive AI governance.

Athens Democracy Forum 2025
Sep 30
Athens Democracy Forum 2025

Join global leaders at the Athens Democracy Forum in Greece, Sept 30–Oct 3, 2025. Explore democratic renewal, tech innovation, and visionary governance.

2025 OGP Global Summit
Oct 7
2025 OGP Global Summit

Join the 2025 OGP Global Summit in Spain, October 7–9. Engage with global leaders to advance open government initiatives.

2025 Democracy R&D Conference: Democracy at a Crossroads
Oct 15
2025 Democracy R&D Conference: Democracy at a Crossroads

Save the date for the 2025 Democracy R&D Conference in Brussels, October 15–16. Join global experts to explore how deliberative democracy can drive systemic change.

World Forum for Democracy 2025: Democracy at Risk
Nov 5
World Forum for Democracy 2025: Democracy at Risk

Save the date for the World Forum for Democracy in Strasbourg, Nov 5–7, 2025. Join global voices to answer: How can we revive democracy?

Resources


Featured
Guide for participatory budgeting in Estonia
Guide for participatory budgeting in Estonia

A practical Estonian guide for municipalities on how to implement participatory budgeting, with legal templates and communication advice.

Usability study of existing participatory budgeting web pages
Usability study of existing participatory budgeting web pages

Assessment of usability and accessibility of 50 participatory budgeting websites to improve digital civic participation.

User-friendliness of participatory budgeting IT systems
User-friendliness of participatory budgeting IT systems

Checklist to evaluate and improve the usability of participatory budgeting digital platforms.

Participation of young people in citizens' budgets: a toolbox
Participation of young people in citizens' budgets: a toolbox

Toolkit of methods to involve youth in all phases of participatory budgeting processes.