Insights on participation and digital democracy
Explore our articles on participation and digital democracy. Insights, case studies and practical guides on online platforms, civic engagement and collaborative decision-making for communities, institutions and citizens.

AI and public decisions: opportunities and risks
AI and Public Decisions: Opportunities and Risks IntroductionArtificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a technological…

What is participatory budgeting and how does it work
Introduction Participatory budgeting (PB) is one of the most widespread and successful tools of modern civic…

From the Greek polis to civic tech: evolution of participation
IntroductionSince antiquity, humans have aspired to take an active part in political life. The need to…

Online Participatory Platforms: The Practical Guide
IntroductionDigital civic participation enables citizens, associations, and institutions to propose ideas, deliberate, and decide in a…

Global Experiments in Participatory Budgeting: Lessons from Around the World
Overview of global participatory budgeting experiments, with lessons from Brazil, Europe, North America, and Asia, highlighting digital efficiency over offline methods.

The Role of Blockchain in Ensuring Transparent Voting
How blockchain can ensure more secure, transparent, and reliable electronic voting.

How to Create a Participatory Proposal Step by Step
Step by step guide to creating a participatory proposal that is effective, clear, and shared with the community.

What is Digital Democracy and Why it Matters Today
Introduction Over the past twenty years, the way citizens participate in public life has radically changed.…




