From Georgia to Berlin: How Mentorship is Powering Local Innovation in Participatory Democracy

By Ryan Gem

What do a Citizens’ Assembly on stray animals in the city of Ozurgeti, Georgia and a gamified digital participation platform for youth in Berlin have in common? Both are standout examples of how mentees from the Rising Stars Mentorship Program, supported by Nets4Dem, are harnessing the power of participatory democracy in Europe and transforming ambitious ideas into real community impact.

Stay tuned: this impact story will go live on May 21 at 2 PM CEST!