Book Offers Global View of PB Growth and Impact
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PB has spread to as many as 11,500 cities around the world, but what impact is it having? We interview two of the authors of a new book that seeks to answer that question.
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Coalition Wins Porticus Grant to Use Participatory Democracy to Address Climate Change
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Thanks to a grant from Porticus, a new coalition is showing how participatory and deliberative democracy can promote a more equitable and effective response to the climate crisis.
Read MoreHow Participatory Budgeting Can Support Education & Learning
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In this dispatch published in the Deliberative Democracy Digest, we examine participatory budgeting’s potential to develop participants’ civic knowledge, skills and attitudes, as well as the conditions that make these impacts possible, based on research from nine countries.
Read MoreWebinar & Book Launch: A Global Theory of Change for Participatory Budgeting
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In this webinar, you’ll learn about a new theory of change for participatory budgeting, comprehensive new research on the impacts of PB, and priorities for further research.
Read MoreWant Engaging Online Activities? Here are 20 Ideas
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It’s easy for participants to be distracted during online seminars and meetings. Here are some tips to keep everyone engaged.
Read MoreOctober News
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We advertise for two interns, call for input into our digital participation guide and 2022 plans, and share new resources.
Read MoreHow Participatory Budgeting Can Strengthen Civil Society & Political Participation
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In this Dispatch published in the Deliberative Democracy Digest, we present evidence from over 10 countries on participatory budgeting’s achievements in boosting civic engagement and political participation, especially among traditionally marginalized groups.
Read MoreIntern at People Powered (for Pay!)
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We’re hiring two paid interns to support our communications, data, and analytics work.
Read MoreSnapshot from Hungary: How Our Mentor Program is Helping Nurture Student Participation
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Two organizations in Hungary are new to participatory budgeting in schools, but a seasoned mentor is helping them navigate their way.
Read MoreWhat Should We Do Together in 2022?
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Submit your ideas for People Powered’s 2022 budget and policies!
Read MoreHow Participatory Budgeting Can Improve Governance & Well-Being
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When designed well and implemented in favorable contexts, participatory budgeting (PB) has a track record of improving local governance and, ultimately, community well-being. In this Dispatch published in the Deliberative Democracy Digest, we share key findings on PB’s impacts on governance and well-being, drawing from studies on Brazil, the United States, South Korea, and Peru.
Read MoreHelp Build a New Guide on Digital Participation Platforms
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Digital participation tools are more necessary than ever. Now you have the opportunity to help recommend the best participation platforms, and how to use them effectively.
Read MoreIntroducing a Global Theory of Change for Participatory Budgeting
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Participatory budgeting (PB) has brought benefits to people, communities, and governments around the world, but its impacts have been uneven. In this Dispatch published in the Deliberative Democracy Digest, we explain a new global theory of change that demonstrates how PB can lead to desired outcomes and impacts.
Read MoreSeminar: Impacts of Participatory Budgeting on Education & Learning
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How can participatory budgeting promote civic education and learning? Find out what the research shows and how you can put it into practice in the next People Powered University seminar.
Read MoreSeptember 15 Webinar Offers Tips on Tackling Climate Change Collectively
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Climate change has become an emergency, but cities can take collective action with their residents to manage and prevent it. Learn how.
Read MoreAugust News: New Staff & Board Members, Open RFPs, Resources to Explore
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Learn about the expertise we’ve recruited to better support members and partners!
Read MoreNew Team Members Offer Added Expertise: Storytelling, Partnerships, Learning and Finance
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Meet the four awesome experts who are joining our staff!
Read MoreMeet People Powered’s New Board of Directors Members
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Four global leaders are joining our Board of Directors to help grow our organization and support our work in new places, issue areas, and democratic practices.
Read MoreRequests for Proposals: Web developer, civic tech writer, participation technology expert
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We’re looking for experienced contractors to develop an online participation playbook, write a guide on digital participation platforms, and set up a digital participation platform for our organization.
Read MorePresenting… Our First Strategic Plan!
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We are facing a global crisis of democracy, and we need to respond, together. People Powered’s new strategic plan describes how we will work with you to expand people’s democratic power over the next three years.
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