68 democracy reformers join the latest People Powered Accelerators and Mentorship
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We're excited to welcome the newest cohort of People Powered Accelerator and Mentorship participants.
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Meet our new Climate Democracy Coordinator, Valery Molay!
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From Ireland via Kinshasa to climate democracy: here’s the new coordinator behind the Climate Democracy Accelerator
Read MoreNew Research: How to Talk About Democracy
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New research from the Democracy Narratives Alliance maps what works (and what doesn't) when talking about democracy.
Read MoreWhat we did at the People Powered 2026 Convening
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200 organizations and advocates came together for five days of collective work, to build a more participatory democracy. Here are five key takeaways.
Read MoreThe antidote to alienation is participation: Lessons from Greater Manchester’s New Participation Playbook
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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 is here: Changing How Democracy Is Practiced Around the World
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Our 2025 Impact Report, new research on citizens' assemblies, and mentorship applications are open.
Read MoreLet us help you support democracy! — 2026 Rising Stars Cycles
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Do you need help to advocate, launch, or improve a participatory program? Apply for expert mentoring support!
Read MoreImpacts of Citizens’ Assemblies: A Summary of the Latest Research
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A new summary of global evidence to help you understand the power of citizens’ assemblies to change people, communities, and governments.
Read MoreJanuary news: Job Openings, Convening Program & more!
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We’re hiring for new roles — plus a new op-ed, Convening program, video, and more!
Read MoreJob Openings: Community Manager, and Systems and Data Intern
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We are expanding and aiming to fill two vacancies! Applications open until February 6
Read MoreNew Video: 3 strategies behind an effective Climate Assembly
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Learn how inclusion, government partnership and community action shaped a Climate Assembly that led to real change.
Read MoreWhat’s next? Our 2026 Preview 🔮
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Happy Holidays to all and a preview of what’s coming in 2026.
Read More🎉 2025 Rewind! Top 5 participatory democracy wins
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Here are 5 of the biggest accomplishments of People Powered in 2025: climate, AI, narratives, and more…
Read MoreJosh Lerner for Philea: Beyond defence: New strategies for renewing democracy
/In a new Philea op-ed, co-executive director, Josh Lerner argues that defending democracy is no longer enough. The solution? Ecosystems of democracy.
Read MoreThese 14 projects offer hope for democracy — will you support them?
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People Powered Members just voted on 14 priority projects to grow participatory democracy around the world. Can you help us bring them to life?
Read MoreCall for Applications: Unlock funding & mentorship for your participatory program
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Deadline 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 MoreSchool participation: Practical resources to develop active citizens and stronger communities
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Step-by-step guidance, research insights, and sample materials to make school governance participatory and inclusive, based on global practice.
Read MoreClimate change & corruption are linked. How can participatory policymaking tackle both?
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Learn how Ciudanos por la Transparencia is using participatory policymaking to combat both climate change and corruption in Quintana Roo.
Read MoreWeVis: Supporting participatory democracy in Thailand through locally developed digital tools
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Learn how WeVis is bringing citizen participation and transparency to city spending in Bangkok.
Read MoreListening to communities: How SEMA is using low-tech and AI to improve public services in Uganda
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By 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.
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