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BLOG POST: Members of the Innovation in Democracy Programme team give a valuable insight into the methods, challenges & lessons learnt from running citizens’ assemblies in 3 local authorities in a year that included a snap general election & Covid-19
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IiDP was set up in 2019 by @DCMS & @mhclg w/@involveUK @demsoc @mySociety @theRSAorg to:
🗣️Give local people more opportunities to have a say in decisions affecting them
🤝Build trust between citizens and local authorities
💪Strengthen civil society
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This video follows the story of three participants involved in IiDP citizens’ assemblies, giving a unique insight into the process from the perspective of those taking part. #demopart
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Want to know more about IiDP and citizens’ assemblies? Take a look at “How to run a citizens’ assembly” created by the team. An essential read for local authorities thinking about engaging with the process or those interested in how it works.
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5. Interested in #DeliberativeDemocracy? Check out the Unit’s work in this area led by Deputy Director @alanjrenwick: bit.ly/3aXu1dL
Or check out @RMCMcKee’s work with @involveUK on @NetZeroUK: climateassembly.uk
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