Greater Manchester is building a people-powered movement in which residents across ten municipalities shape the services, policies, and decisions that affect their lives. Learn more.
Read MoreOur 2025 Impact Report, new research on citizens' assemblies, and mentorship applications are open.
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Read MoreA new summary of global evidence to help you understand the power of citizens’ assemblies to change people, communities, and governments.
Read MoreWe’re hiring for new roles — plus a new op-ed, Convening program, video, and more!
Read MoreWe are expanding and aiming to fill two vacancies! Applications open until February 6
Read MoreLearn how inclusion, government partnership and community action shaped a Climate Assembly that led to real change.
Read MoreHappy Holidays to all and a preview of what’s coming in 2026.
Read MoreHere are 5 of the biggest accomplishments of People Powered in 2025: climate, AI, narratives, and more…
Read MoreIn a new Philea op-ed, co-executive director, Josh Lerner argues that defending democracy is no longer enough. The solution? Ecosystems of democracy.
Read MorePeople Powered Members just voted on 14 priority projects to grow participatory democracy around the world. Can you help us bring them to life?
Read MoreDeadline extended for three programs that support innovative participatory democracy projects around the world. Whether your focus is climate, youth, or inclusive decision-making, there’s a place for you.
Read MoreStep-by-step guidance, research insights, and sample materials to make school governance participatory and inclusive, based on global practice.
Read MoreLearn how Ciudanos por la Transparencia is using participatory policymaking to combat both climate change and corruption in Quintana Roo.
Read MoreLearn how WeVis is bringing citizen participation and transparency to city spending in Bangkok.
Read MoreBy combining low-tech solutions with cutting-edge AI, SEMA is helping people from all walks of life anonymously share their experiences with service providers and local governments, ensuring those voices reach decision-makers.
Read MoreSee the 37 new local programs that we're supporting, and more!
Read MoreA program in Brazil shows how citizens can balance environmental protection and a healthy economy, by mixing different participatory democracy methods
Read MorevTaiwan has always demonstrated how civic communities can innovate in democratic participation by combining open-source platforms, commercial tools, and AI.
Read MoreOur 2026 annual convening is happening in Nairobi, Kenya on March 2–5. Register now to save your spot!
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