Supporting Ukrainian communities through deliberation Three new citizens’ assemblies are scheduled to take place in 2026 as part of the Action Plan of the Council of Europe for Ukraine. Find more details and our upcoming events in our latest newsletter. ✍️ www.fidemocracy.org/news/ukraine...

👀 Introducing our new home for deliberative resources fidemocracy.org What’s inside: ▪️ Searchable library of guides, docs & research ▪️ Publications with accessible insights ▪️ Training recordings & upcoming opportunities ▪️ News from across our community 🤝 @north.america.fidemocracy.org

Set-up and follow-up determine the impact of participation — far more than we admit. The Network on Citizen Participation & Deliberation unveils new guidelines focused on these overlooked phases. 📅 Fri 12 Dec, 10:00–11:15 CET 👉 Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5cac52...

🚧 What barriers do we face when integrating citizens' assemblies in public institutions? We all know the classics: money, political will, or concerns about a lack of follow-up. But what does the concrete practice of assemblies reveal about more context-specific barriers?

📈 Korean policymakers show growing interest in deliberation. Min Reuchamps, Chair of the Board of FIDE - Europe, and Marjan Horst Ehsassi, Executive Director of @north.america.fidemocracy.org, address Korean leaders at the 16th Asia Future Forum.

In our latest newsletter, we unpack our takeaways from Democracy R&D 2025 and share how we’re carrying this momentum forward. 👉 mailchi.mp/fide/drd25-w...

☝ When is sortition not enough? Fatima Zibouh challenged us. Inclusion is not only about ensuring that everyone has a seat at the table — it’s about transforming who sets the table, who feels ownership over it, and how power is shared once we sit down together. 📺 youtu.be/3bMKyJaKCE8?...

👋 Democracy R&D meets Brussels The global network of democratic innovators held its 9th annual meeting with over 270 participants. This represents the biggest and most diverse gathering yet, with Global South countries increasingly represented and shaping the strategic conversations of the network.

🎬 Livestreaming Belgium's Permanent Assemblies Next Tuesday, October 14th, we will fill the Brussels Parliament with democratic innovators from around the globe. Registrations to attend in person are sold out, but you can now join us online! 🔴 Watch the livestream: youtube.com/live/UCxYhnK...

⏰ Last call – 3 days left to register! Democracy R&D 2025 brings together innovators worldwide to strengthen democracy through deliberation. • Addressing the moment: democracy at a crossroads • Member-led workshops & deep dives • Space to connect & co-create solutions 🔗 www.drd2025.org

🏛️ How can citizens’ assemblies move from one-off experiments to permanent institutions? Join us on October 14, 14:00–15:30 at the Brussels Parliament to hear from Belgian pioneers. ✍ Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 📄 Programme: drive.google.com/file/d/1KgHv...

The making of a bottom-up international conference programme — DR&D 2025 ✍ 30 Workshops 🧠 5 Deep Dives 📜 Poster session — still open for applications! 🙋‍♀️ Open Space Check out the programme: drive.google.com/file/d/1TEgK... Learn more and register: www.drd2025.org Registration deadline: October 1st

👇 Pre-programme events of Democracy R&D 2025 On Tuesday, October 14th, we are bringing together Belgium’s pioneers, European leaders, and international thinkers to face up to our democratic predicament. ✍ Learn more and register: www.drd2025.org/pre-programme

The real value of Democracy R&D. It’s not about big declarations. Not even about the fresh perspectives, tools that others have tried, and contacts who can help when you’re back home. It's the feeling of belonging to a vital movement. 👉 Register here: www.drd2025.org

👀Less than 50 days until the Democracy R&D in Brussels! The largest global network dedicated to deliberative democracy and democratic innovation will fill Brussels with 4 days of activities for both members and Brussels-based organisations. Find out and register ▶️ www.drd2025.org

Permanent Assemblies in Belgium session - at the pre-programme of Democracy R&D 2025 Take part to learn from the pioneers of institutionalised citizens' assemblies. 📍Brussels Parliament, Plenary Hall 📅October 14th, 2pm Registration for the event will be required 👉 www.drd2025.org/pre-programme

📣 Hungry for democracy? The Democracy R&D 2025 programme is live – and it’s a full-course menu. Sessions are carefully tagged by purpose (inform, train, debate, solve, network) and spice level (mild to spicy). New or seasoned, there’s a seat at the table. 🍽️ drive.google.com/file/d/1TEgK...

🌍 Democracy R&D is the largest global network dedicated to deliberative democracy and democratic innovation. In Brussels, October 14-17, we’ve set out to organise the most far-reaching and most inclusive gathering we believed possible. ☑️ Learn more and register at www.drd2025.org

Where is European democracy headed — and what role will you play in shaping its future? Join us in Brussels to connect local insights with global visions at Democracy R&D 2025. 📍 Oct 14 | 🕒 15:15 🔗 Info & pre-reg: www.drd2025.org/europe-cross...

FIDE - Europe was part of a group of organizations invited by European Commissioner for Democracy McGrath. In a roundtable discussion the group gave input to the upcoming Democratic Shield initiative. A number of points made by FIDE - Europe or by others in the room that we endorse.

👋The wait is over – the Democracy R&D 2025 programme has landed! From local practices to forward-looking strategies for safeguarding democratic innovations. Now more than ever, we need the time and space together to chart our path out of this crossroads. Download👉 drive.google.com/file/d/1Zkpc...

At the Spring School, having fun 🟰 learning 1️⃣ The barista test: public check on your assembly question. 2️⃣ Drawing adults’ roles for youth deliberation. 3️⃣ Get your inner child out! Draw your partner blindfolded. 4️⃣ Rock, paper, scissors —with a twist— to get the energy flowing after lunch.

🥗Food for thought What would a fully intergenerational deliberative process —one in which children, youth and adults are all assembly members— look like? 📸Pictures from the deep dive on involving children and young people with Child Rights International Network!

🌼 Day 2 of the Spring School in Warsaw Participants work in small groups, tapping into each other’s experiences and sharing challenges and reflections. The school becomes a space to reflect, connect, and strengthen our shared practice!

🌸Hands-on practice, hard questions, and Warsaw in spring. At the Spring School, practitioners from across Europe are getting ready for what’s next: citizens’ assemblies that are inclusive, rigorous, and designed for impact.

🚨LAST CHANCE! This is the final day to register for the Spring School on Climate Citizens’ Assemblies. A learning journey awaits you in Warsaw. 📸 Get inspired with the energy from previous editions. 📌Registration: fide.eu/spring-school-2025

5️⃣days left to register! 🌹Last days of spring, last chances to apply for the Spring School on Climate Citizens’ Assemblies. Applications are open for the full event, and the additional day of Deep Dive on Involving Children and Youth in deliberation. Register 👉 fide.eu/spring-school-2025

🤿 Dive into Children and Youth Deliberation A full day to empower children and young people in deliberative processes, with Child Rights International Network. Still some places left to attend the 3 days at the Spring School in Warsaw! ✍ Learn more and register at www.fide.eu/spring-schoo...

“Deliberation promises something unique—and that can be tempting” In the last decade, the Polish participatory field has navigated democratic backsliding and political expectations. Ahead of our Spring School in Warsaw, we spoke to two practitioners shaping this shift. 🗞️ mailchi.mp/fide/deliber...

The Network for Citizen Participation & Deliberation in Europe is gathered in Ispra, Italy. Hosted by the @ec.europa.eu's Joint Research Centre, civil servants from national and regional institutions are discussing: 📊 Measuring and demonstrating impacts 💻AI and technology 🗨️Democratic narratives.

❓Our School Workshop Leads to address key questions. 🔹Camille Dobler : Communications 🔹Zuzanna Nowak: Facilitation 🔹Paulina Pospieszna: Evaluation Join us in Warsaw and you will get the chance to attend two out of three. 👉Register for the Spring School: fide.eu/spring-school-2025

💡From idea to implementation: what does it take to design a permanent citizens’ assembly? At the workshop, we explored models across Europe and heard practitioners from the ground. One thing is clear: permanence requires structure, integration, narrative, and sustained collaboration.

Closed room, key experts and a safe space. These are the ingredients we need to support permanent assemblies' trailblazers. Civil servants and practitioners are gathered in Brussels to advance the new wave of lasting deliberation. Learn more at www.fide.eu/permanent-as...

👋 Welcoming our new Program Manager! Cole Speidel is joining our team to upscale and support our advocacy, capacity and field-building activities. He brings key expertise from strengthening democratic practices in local institutions with @ndidemocracy.bsky.social 🤝 @fide-europe.bsky.social

🌼Plenary sessions at the Spring School Meet the speakers who bring a core part of the programme. Their six sessions build on each other following the phases of planning and executing a Citizens’ Assembly. ✍️Register: fide.eu/spring-school-2025 📃Full programme: drive.google.com/file/d/1i_5N...

🚨Deadline extended! Got bold ideas for deliberative democracy? You can still submit your workshop proposal for the 2025 Democracy R&D Conference - theme Crossroads - by May 11. Let’s map new paths together! Submit here: drive.google.com/file/d/1Q-4V... Questions? [email protected]

🚦Do you think you know how the government works? There can be a knowledge gap between those who design and those who implement assemblies. It's crucial to plan the follow-up phase from the start. 🎥 Watch Graham Smith’s talk: shorturl.at/Kp0Yf 👉 Upcoming Spring School: fide.eu/spring-school-2025

📢 Last Call - for Workshops! You have until this 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟳, to shape the 2025 Democracy R&D programme. From exploring urgent questions to strengthening collaboration – your input is invaluable. Submit your proposal 👉 drive.google.com/file/d/1Q-4V... 💡 Questions? [email protected]

🤝Embracing differences must be the starting point Simone Klint recalls how the Copenhagen Climate Citizens’ Assembly made members aware of the diversity present in the room. 🎥Watch the full session: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gGj... 👉Register for the Spring School : fide.eu/spring-school-2025

🧩 Reassembling democracy: a key piece to solve the puzzle. Explore how permanent citizens' assemblies regularly bring people together, renewing democracy. 🆓 Specifically designed for public administrations and governments. ✍️ Register: www.fide.eu/permanent-as...

🔍 Looking for impactful, hands-on workshops! Help the field grow by building skills, sharing challenges & making the most of being together. Join us in Brussels for the 2025 Democracy R&D Conference. 📆Deadline: April 27 (rolling review) 🔗More info: drive.google.com/file/d/1Q-4V...

🩹 Healing Through Deliberation Southeastern Europe's first assembly was held 30 years after the war in the 90s. Damir Kapidžić shows how the Mostar Citizens' Assembly helped to bridge divisions. 🎥Full recording: shorturl.at/up9bl 👉Spring School Registration: fide.eu/spring-school-2025

🟡 What is the role of deliberation in times of crises? There is a growing need to reflect on our place amid a global democratic backlash. In this editorial, we pause to acknowledge the struggles of many in the fight for freedom and democracy. ▶️ mailchi.mp/fide/europea... #Democracy #HumanRights

🎲How does the selection process lend legitimacy to an assembly? In this clip, Yves Dejaeghere highlights how we can enhance recruitment to be representative and fair. 🎥Watch the full recording: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4VK... ✍️Register for this year’s Spring School: fide.eu/spring-school-2025

☝️How much can you learn about Citizens’ Assemblies in 2 days? That’s what we pushed the limits of during our latest competence-building workshop with the @coe.int in Strasbourg. We planned prospective citizens’ assemblies on nutrition, air pollution, anti-corruption, community cohesion and more!

🌱 What does it really take to deliver a meaningful Climate Citizens' Assembly? That’s the core question driving this year’s Spring School, a hands-on training taking place June 4–6 in Warsaw. 👀Explore the full programme: fide.eu/spring-school-2025

📢 Opening Registrations for Democracy R&D 2025! There isn’t a more critical time to bring together democratic innovators around the world. What are the pathways for public deliberation to effectively rise to this moment? ✍️Register at forms.gle/Nq8ePkHQb1zS...

🚩 Reminder: We are hiring a Program Manager! This role will be crucial to strengthening the movement around citizens' assemblies in North America. 📅 Deadline: March 23 ➡️ Details: www.fide.eu/jobs

🫵 Are you planning permanent citizens’ assemblies? Join pioneers in the field in our upcoming Permanent Assemblies Workshop. We are expanding the early-adopters cohort with new cases that are underway or in development! ✍ Register at: www.fide.eu/permanent-as...

🎬Training for a New Democracy: now with subtitles in Georgian and Russian! Learn how we train professionals to run impactful Citizens' Assemblies; listen to their experience of our Citizens' Assembly Schools. ▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=75DF... 🔤 Translated already into 8 languages!