Center for New Democratic Processes
The primary tool used by the Center for New Democratic Processes to facilitate deliberation and education is the Citizens Jury. Citizens Juries are built on the belief that when given the knowledge, resources, and time, groups of everyday citizens can create powerful solutions to today’s biggest challenges.
The Citizens Jury approach serves as the basis for methods like citizens assemblies, citizens panels, and other community engagement programs that provide people with the opportunity to learn about an issue, deliberate with a diverse group of peers, and develop well-informed recommendations to address complex challenges. It also allows decision makers and the broader public to know what people really think once they have the opportunity to study an issue closely.
Moderate cost, high impact