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The Competence Centre on Participatory and Deliberative Democracy aims to respond to the increasing demand from the European Commission, EU institutions and countries for capacity to support participatory and deliberative projects and policies at the EU level.

This web platform aims to support the activities of the Community of Practice by providing a space for sharing experiences and recommendations regarding different methodologies to engage citizens. Moreover, the web platform is itself a place of reflexivity on participatory methodologies and governance. It can also be used as a working space to design citizen participation in science and policy making.

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European Climate Pact call for applications

Empowering Citizens for a Greener Europe: join the European Climate Pact

The European Climate Pact continues its mission to inspire climate action with a series of initiatives this October. From educational webinars to the ambassador call, these initiatives are designed to engage citizens, amplify their voices, and drive sustainable change. Whether you're new to climate action or an expert advocate, there's something for everyone to get involved and make a difference. Here’s how you can participate.

Applications for the European Capital of Democracy 2026 are open

Every year a new European Capital of Democracy is selected by a jury of 4,000 European citizens, as part of a Europe-wide initiative to strengthen democracy. Barcelona, the first ever European Capital of Democracy 2023/24, will soon hand over the title to Vienna. But which city will become the next European Capital of Democracy in 2026?

Citizen Science Toolkit for Climate Assemblies: Empowering Grassroots Climate Action

The CLIMAS project represents a significant leap forward in integrating citizen science into climate assemblies with The Citizen Science Toolkit. It is designed to be a comprehensive resource for organizations, communities, and participants involved in climate citizens’ assemblies. It serves dual purposes: it can be used as a stand-alone tool and as an integrated component of the CLIMAS Toolbox.