Tecnologie Democratiche
Introduction In the era of digital democracy, tools like digital identity and electronic signatures have become essential to ensure secure, inclusive, and transparent participatory processes. From accessing public services to secure online voting, these instruments provide the technological foundation for…
Citizens’ Forums and Public Deliberation: Concrete Examples Introduction In recent years, citizens’ forums and public deliberation processes have become increasingly important in democratic systems across Europe and the world. These mechanisms bring together groups of citizens, selected to represent the…
Introduction Digital transformation is not only about technology—it also concerns the rights of citizens in the digital age. In recent years, the European Union has placed digital citizenship at the core of its policies, aiming to ensure access, security, inclusion,…
Introduction Online voting has become increasingly common in various contexts—housing assemblies, civic consultations, board elections, participatory budgeting. Yet, to ensure the legitimacy, transparency, and security of any digital vote, it’s essential to design the process carefully from start to finish.…
Introduction In the global conversation around digital transformation of democracy, Estonia stands out as a pioneer. It was the first country in the world to implement nationwide online voting — and today, its i-Voting system, active since 2005, is considered…
Introduction Digital voting represents a fascinating but complex frontier for modern democracies. The idea of being able to cast a vote quickly and conveniently, eliminating queues and simplifying electoral processes, is very appealing. However, this innovation brings significant challenges, especially…
How to Effectively Moderate Online Debates IntroductionAs digital democracy expands, online debates have become a cornerstone of participatory processes. Citizen forums, deliberative platforms, and digital discussion spaces offer citizens the opportunity to express themselves, engage with others, and influence public…
The Best Participatory Democracy Platforms Worldwide IntroductionDigital democracy is expanding thanks to open-source platforms and civic tech tools designed to make citizen participation more accessible. These platforms enable online consultations, open discussion spaces, participatory budgeting, and even large-scale deliberation processes…
10 Best Practices for Inclusive Participatory Processes IntroductionA well-designed participatory process must be not only effective but also inclusive. Inclusivity means ensuring that every citizen—regardless of age, gender, education level, economic condition, or digital skills—can make a meaningful contribution to…
How Barcelona Built a Model of Digital Democracy IntroductionOver the past decade, Barcelona has become one of the world’s most influential laboratories for digital democracy. The Catalan capital has combined civic participation, open technology, and political commitment to make institutions…
