July 1, 2025
In democratic politics, every decision produces winners and losers. Whether through elections, referenda, or public consultations, someone’s preferred policy will lose. The critical question is: Will the losing side accept...
April 27, 2025
That’s a wrap! Over the past month, the Center for Democracy Innovation had the privilege of working on the ground in four incredible communities, co-hosting public engagement workshops and piloting...
March 2, 2025
Food is more than sustenance—it is a universal connector, a bridge between cultures, and a catalyst for civic action. Throughout history, breaking bread together has symbolized peace, unity, and collaboration....
January 29, 2025
Selecting a superintendent is one of the most impactful decisions a school board makes, shaping the education and community development trajectory. A superintendent is a leader who embodies the district’s...
January 29, 2025
There are at least four widely recognized reasons for adopting more inclusive democratic practices: representation, legitimacy and decision quality, civic trust, and accountability with transparency. Engaging diverse citizen perspectives, including...
November 27, 2024
Political polarization has become a defining feature of modern democracy, particularly highlighted during the lead-up to and aftermath of the presidential election. While the partisan divide remains sharp, another critical...
November 1, 2024
On September 26, 2024, the Boulder City Council piloted a first of its kind “Community and Council Forum,” a reimagined version of the traditional “study session.” These study sessions are...
September 26, 2024
The annual Democracy R&D conference was hosted in Vancouver from September 19-20 by MassLBP, in partnership with NewDemocracy, and collaborators such as Simon Fraser University’s Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue. ...
August 27, 2024
It’s rare to hear about civic and democratic innovation in public budgeting. Often, the way in which regular capital and operational investment planning occurs tends to limit discussion to particular...