Empowering Citizens Through Participatory Governance
We believe in the power of direct democracy to strengthen democratic institutions and give citizens genuine voice in the decisions that affect their lives.
Join Our MovementWe work across three pillars to advance direct democracy: educating the public, advocating for systemic change, and leveraging technology to make participation accessible.
We create educational resources to help citizens understand direct democracy principles, learn from global examples, and develop informed perspectives on governance.
We advocate for policy reforms that incorporate direct democratic mechanisms into governance structures at local, regional, and national levels.
We explore and develop technologies — from blockchain to deliberative platforms — that make direct participation secure, accessible, and effective.
March 6, 2026
Liquid democracy lets citizens vote directly or delegate their vote to someone they trust — and take it back at any time. Could this hybrid model resolve the tension between direct and representative democracy?
Read MoreMarch 5, 2026
Porto Alegre's groundbreaking experiment in participatory budgeting showed that ordinary citizens can make sound fiscal decisions — and transformed a city in the process.
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2025
Discover the principles of direct democracy and how it differs from representative systems. Learn why this governance model is increasingly relevant in the modern world.
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The Book
A powerful case for direct democracy — exploring why representative systems are failing and how technology can empower citizens to govern themselves.
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