A governance approach that involves citizens and stakeholders directly in the formulation, design, and eof public policies through mechanisms such as citizen advisory boards, deliberative assemblies, and digital participation platforms.
Semantic Classification
Content
Mechanisms
- Participatory Action Research for community-driven input
- Citizen Advisory Boards for ongoing consultation
- Citizens Assemblies for deliberation on key issues
- Digital platforms for scalable participation
- Participatory budgeting for spending decisions
Challenges
- Only 39% trust national government (OECD 2024)
- Digital literacy gaps limiting inclusivity
- Socio-economic barriers to participation
- Need for hybrid digital and in-person methods
- Adaptation required for local contexts