What We Do

Content library

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 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 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

Oct 6, 2025

Call for Applications: Unlock funding & mentorship for your participatory program

Oct 6, 2025

Applications are now open for three programs that support innovative participatory democracy projects around the world. Whether your focus is climate, youth, or inclusive decision-making, there’s a place for you.

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Oct 6, 2025

Oct 3, 2025

We’re expanding the Climate Democracy Accelerator

Oct 3, 2025

Thanks to a new grant, People Powered and its members and partners will double the size of the Climate Democracy Accelerator.

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Oct 3, 2025

Oct 2, 2025

We’re accelerating over 35 participatory programs around the world

Oct 2, 2025

People Powered is supporting the next wave of programs, enabling communities to make decisions that affect their lives.

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Oct 2, 2025

Oct 1, 2025

Job Opening: Climate Democracy Program Coordinator

Oct 1, 2025

We’re looking for someone to lead participatory climate action around the globe! Apply by November 1.

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Oct 1, 2025

Sep 26, 2025

AI for Digital Democracy: What we learned from global case studies

Sep 26, 2025

Our latest webinar explored how to ensure that AI promotes, rather than hinders, democratic participation.

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Sep 26, 2025

Sep 16, 2025

Now live: the New Digital Participation Guide! — And more September happenings

Sep 16, 2025

The updated Digital Participation Guide with UNDP now includes expanded AI guidance, plus new youth citizens’ assemblies, new members + more!

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Sep 16, 2025

Sep 8, 2025

Poland's first youth citizens’ assembly: Designing a Safer Digital Future

Sep 8, 2025

Supported by People Powered, Poland’s first national youth citizens’ assembly transformed participants—and might soon shape digital policy too.

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Sep 8, 2025

Aug 14, 2025

From Grassroots to Government: Meet the People Powered Members Reimagining Democracy

Aug 14, 2025

What happens when artists and organizers take office? These two public officials are showing what a People Powered democracy looks like.

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Aug 14, 2025

Jul 28, 2025

75 new members: One growing movement for participatory democracy

Jul 28, 2025

Our community just got a whole lot bigger — meet the newest members building a more participatory and inclusive democracy.

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Jul 28, 2025

Jul 16, 2025

Introducing the Democracy Narratives Campaign

Jul 16, 2025

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

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Jul 16, 2025

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Events

Events

Oct 7

Oct 7, 2025 – Oct 9, 2025

2025 OGP Global Summit

Oct 7, 2025 – Oct 9, 2025

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

Oct 7, 2025 – Oct 9, 2025

2025 Democracy R&D Conference: Democracy at a Crossroads

Oct 15

Oct 15, 2025 – Oct 16, 2025

2025 Democracy R&D Conference: Democracy at a Crossroads

Oct 15, 2025 – Oct 16, 2025

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.

Oct 15, 2025 – Oct 16, 2025