How do we measure the impact of climate assemblies? 🌍 Join @KNOCA_eu for the launch of their revised Impact Evaluation Framework and discover innovative ways to assess outcomes and drive climate action. 📅 January 16 | 🕒 15:00–16:00 CET 💻 Online 🔗 Register here knoca.eu/events/unveiling-th… 🎤 Hear from co-authors Christina Demski and Mark Beanland as they unveil key features of the framework and explore how it supports systemic change, climate justice, and participatory democracy. Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of climate assembly evaluation.

In Oregon, citizens came together to tackle youth homelessness. In Belgium, permanent panels like those in Ostbelgien are already shaping policy in groundbreaking ways—so much so that international outlets like The New Yorker are turning their attention to our model of participatory democracy. Around the world, people are proving that participatory democracy isn’t just an idea—it’s a solution. And Belgium is showing how it can work at its best. So, what’s next for you? Whether it’s joining a citizens’ assembly, sparking dialogue in your community, or simply staying informed, your voice matters in building a democracy that works for everyone. Let’s make 2025 the year we turn bold ideas into action—together. 🌍 newyorker.com/news/the-lede/…

💡 Want to volunteer? Help us with translations, event organization, administrative support, or other tasks and make a real difference. 💪✨ Join our movement for a more participatory democracy – email [email protected] 🗳️

👀 NEW JOB OPENING AT G1000 Are you a Dutch-speaking, enthusiastic communicator who can smoothly translate our story to different audiences across various channels? Do you enjoy rolling up your sleeves to create and execute impactful campaigns? Then we’re looking for you! 🎙️ More information: g1000.org/nl/nieuws/vacature…

Believe in citizen participation at all levels? Support G1000! 🎁 Your donation helps us stay independent and advocate for more citizen involvement. Gifts over €40/year get a 45% tax reduction. Donate via donate.kbs-frb.be/actions/FF…

Curious about Charles Michel’s and Bart De Wever’s views on citizen participation? You too can make your voice heard after the elections. Let’s take action together to make a difference! Join us in building a stronger democracy. For more information, visit FR: g1000.org/fr/agirensemble NL: g1000.org/nl/strijdmee

More and more people want their voices heard—even outside of election time. But how do we build a democracy that truly listens? 🤔 At G1000, we’re advocating for randomly selected citizen panels! 💬 These panels allow everyday citizens to discuss complex issues, creating solutions that reflect everyone.

88% of Belgians want to be involved in policy decisions, shows recent research with Indiville! 📊 It’s time to make citizen voices central—not just during elections, but every day. Your voice matters! 🗣️ Read about our research: NL: g1000.org/nl/nieuws/belgen-w… FR: g1000.org/fr/nouvelles/les-b…

📢 G1000 believes people like you deserve a bigger voice in politics! Elections may be over, but your voice still matters. From local traffic plans to national policy decisions, citizens should have a say on all levels. 🌍🗳️ 👉 Learn more or join us, in NL: g1000.org/nl/strijdmee | or FR g1000.org/fr/agirensemble

Curious about what this Bart De Wever and Petra De Sutter have to say? Don't wait five years to make your voice heard again. Fight along for citizen participation, also after the elections. Find out all about our campaign via g1000.org/nl/strijdmee or g1000.org/fr/agirensemble

📢 Join us on Nov 21 in Brussels for a workshop on improving deliberative mini-publics! 🎯 Topics: participation, public support, & policy impact. Register now! 🔗 international.treecompany.be… @jbpilet @CamilleDobler @EerselsBen @treecomp @KristofJacobs1 and more.

Even after elections, the voice of the citizens must be heard. Newly elected leaders face the challenge of representing everyone in their community. At G1000, we believe listening shouldn’t stop on election day. Every voice counts, in and outside the voting booth. 🎙🗳️

This Sunday, October 13, you help shape your municipality’s future. 🗳️ So be sure to vote! Not sure who to vote for? Here’s some helpful info: 🔗 vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/kies24/ 🔗 standaard.be/verkiezingen 🔗 rtbf.be/elections-2024

📬 The very first G1000 newsletter was sent out and we’re proud of it! Want to stay updated on the latest developments in citizen participation? Sign up! 💡✨ The newsletter is available in French and Dutch: g1000.org/fr/newsletter g1000.org/nl/newsletter

Last week, Ghent, Asse, and Olen took home the Athena Prizes for the best citizens’ participation! Read more via: vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/2024/09/27/…

Two weeks ago, we joined 150 global experts at the #DemocracyRnD conference in Vancouver. So many insights on AI in democracy, citizen panels, and local innovation. Exciting news: Brussels is hosting next year’s edition! 🚀 #CitizensAssemblies #DemocraticInnovation #Brussels2025

“At local level, the last legislature was the most participatory in history. We saw a lot of experimentation, and a real laboratory at local level.” @EerselsBen in @lavenir_net Read the article in French here: lavenir.net/actu/belgique/20…

Ghent, Asse and Olen take home the Athena awards for civic participation! 🏆 The award ceremony took place today in Brussels, where representatives from all over the country gathered to celebrate how citizens are involved in their communities. Read all about it on our website.