This document summarizes the work of a capstone team from George Washington University on developing a community of practice to support participatory local democracy. It provides an overview of the community of practice's structure, describes consultations held in multiple cities to inform the project's design, outlines the key components of participatory democracy that were identified, and reviews lessons learned and next steps. The overall goal is to create an index and reporting mechanism on the state of participatory democracy globally.
National Urban Fellows' Senior Advisor and Consultant Sarah S. Lewis provides a summary of the Regional Projects being undertaken by the Public Service Leadership Diviersity Initiative.
Consultation for inclusive infrastructure - Alberto ALEMANNO, HEC Paris/NYU S...OECD Governance
This presentation was made by Alberto ALEMANNO, HEC Paris/NYU School of Law, at the 3rd OECD Forum on Governance of Infrastructure held in Paris on 26 March 2018
Code for All: Comparative Models Across Borders by Catherine Bracy (Code for ...mysociety
Catherine (Director of Community Organizing at Code for America) presented this session at The Impacts of Civic Technology Conference (TICTeC 2015) on 25 March 2015 in London.
Presentation made at the Conference on Monitoring Ukraine’s Security Governance Challenges: Security Sector Governance: The Role of Democratic Institutions &International Best Practices. CONFERENCE II: 16-17 March 2016 in Kyiv
by Karina Priajina Khudaverdyan.
Catalan ecosystem of citizen participation. Participation infrastructuresIsmael Peña-López
European Week of Regions and Cities, 7 October 2019. Brussels: Four Motors for Europe.
More information:
https://ictlogy.net/bibliography/reports/projects.php?idp=3994
Organizing Hybrid Forums UCM Power Theory on Networks is part of a corse course in the Degree on International Relations, under the direction of Dr. Olga Gil at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
National Urban Fellows' Senior Advisor and Consultant Sarah S. Lewis provides a summary of the Regional Projects being undertaken by the Public Service Leadership Diviersity Initiative.
Consultation for inclusive infrastructure - Alberto ALEMANNO, HEC Paris/NYU S...OECD Governance
This presentation was made by Alberto ALEMANNO, HEC Paris/NYU School of Law, at the 3rd OECD Forum on Governance of Infrastructure held in Paris on 26 March 2018
Code for All: Comparative Models Across Borders by Catherine Bracy (Code for ...mysociety
Catherine (Director of Community Organizing at Code for America) presented this session at The Impacts of Civic Technology Conference (TICTeC 2015) on 25 March 2015 in London.
Presentation made at the Conference on Monitoring Ukraine’s Security Governance Challenges: Security Sector Governance: The Role of Democratic Institutions &International Best Practices. CONFERENCE II: 16-17 March 2016 in Kyiv
by Karina Priajina Khudaverdyan.
Catalan ecosystem of citizen participation. Participation infrastructuresIsmael Peña-López
European Week of Regions and Cities, 7 October 2019. Brussels: Four Motors for Europe.
More information:
https://ictlogy.net/bibliography/reports/projects.php?idp=3994
Organizing Hybrid Forums UCM Power Theory on Networks is part of a corse course in the Degree on International Relations, under the direction of Dr. Olga Gil at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Presentation on what LocalGovDigital isand what the organisation offers. Presented at the Local Discovery Day on 13 June 2014 by the Department for Communities and Local Government in partnership with GDS.
decidim.barcelona, from e-Participation to the Devolution of SovereigntyIsmael Peña-López
OP@LL Conference. Online participation on the local level – a comparative perspective. 13-15 December 2017. Düsseldorf: Düsseldorf Institute for Internet and Democracy
More information: http://ictlogy.net/bibliography/reports/projects.php?idp=3491
Sharing my experience in Ladies that UX.TaipeiYingChu Chen
I shared my internet governance forum experience to students in Ladies that UX Taipei at Taipei Medical University. There were two speakers in the event. I introduced about IGF, APrIGF, TWIGF, APNIC and APRICOT, TWOPM and TWNOG, multistakeholder mechanism, some internet governance issues roughly and quickly.
More information about:
1. Multi-stakeholder mechanism
https://www.internetsociety.org/resources/doc/2016/internet-governance-why-the-multistakeholder-approach-works/
2. ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers)
https://www.icann.org
3. APNIC https://www.apnic.net
4. APrIGF https://www.aprigf.asia
5. TWIGF https://www.igf.org.tw
Estermann ENICPA Wiki Loves Performing Arts 20191022Beat Estermann
Presentation at the ENICPA Round Table on 22 October 2019 in Prague on Wikidata and performing arts. Author: Beat Estermann, Bern University of Applied Sciences.
Core Principles for Public Engagement grew out of President Obama's "Open Government Directive," a call for executive departments and agencies to take specific actions in the areas of transparency, participation, and collaboration. As you might guess, the civic engagement field was abuzz in meetings, on email discussion lists, and on phone calls considering how we could support this effort.
Everyone agreed that the field of practice, as a whole, needed to articulate what we consider to be quality public engagement. And this clarity, whether or not it impacts the Open Government Directive, would be of great benefit to the field.
A core group from the civic engagement worked together to develop a set of principles. They engaged the field in a collaborative and transparent way to encourage broad involvement among networks to create a set of principles that everyone could get behind.
This was presented by Kate Krontiris (Omidyar
Network, USA) at the Impacts of Civic Technology Conference (TICTeC2016) in Barcelona on 27th April. You can find out more information about the conference here: https://www.mysociety.org/research/tictec-2016/
Experimental Modes of Civic Engagement in Civic Tech is an investigation into what it means to build civic tech with, not for. It answers the question, "what's the difference between sentiment and action?"
The project led by Laurenellen McCann, and it deepens her work in needs-responsive, community-driven processes for creating technology with real people and real communities for public good.
This project falls under Smart Chicago's work on the Knight Community Information Challenge grant awarded under their Engaged Communities strategy to the Chicago Community Trust "as it builds on its successful Smart Chicago Project, which is taking open government resources directly into neighborhoods through a variety of civic-minded apps"
This document is a compendium of writing by Laurenellen created as a primer for our April 4, 2015 convening at the Chicago Community Trust.
The Public Engagement Principles (PEP) Project was launched in mid-February 2009 to create clarity in our field about what we consider to be the fundamental components of quality public engagement, and to support President Obama’s January 21, 2009 memorandum on open government. The principles described in this document were developed collaboratively by members and leaders of NCDD, IAP2 (the International Association of Public Participation), the Co-Intelligence Institute, and many others.
Presentation on what LocalGovDigital isand what the organisation offers. Presented at the Local Discovery Day on 13 June 2014 by the Department for Communities and Local Government in partnership with GDS.
decidim.barcelona, from e-Participation to the Devolution of SovereigntyIsmael Peña-López
OP@LL Conference. Online participation on the local level – a comparative perspective. 13-15 December 2017. Düsseldorf: Düsseldorf Institute for Internet and Democracy
More information: http://ictlogy.net/bibliography/reports/projects.php?idp=3491
Sharing my experience in Ladies that UX.TaipeiYingChu Chen
I shared my internet governance forum experience to students in Ladies that UX Taipei at Taipei Medical University. There were two speakers in the event. I introduced about IGF, APrIGF, TWIGF, APNIC and APRICOT, TWOPM and TWNOG, multistakeholder mechanism, some internet governance issues roughly and quickly.
More information about:
1. Multi-stakeholder mechanism
https://www.internetsociety.org/resources/doc/2016/internet-governance-why-the-multistakeholder-approach-works/
2. ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers)
https://www.icann.org
3. APNIC https://www.apnic.net
4. APrIGF https://www.aprigf.asia
5. TWIGF https://www.igf.org.tw
Estermann ENICPA Wiki Loves Performing Arts 20191022Beat Estermann
Presentation at the ENICPA Round Table on 22 October 2019 in Prague on Wikidata and performing arts. Author: Beat Estermann, Bern University of Applied Sciences.
Core Principles for Public Engagement grew out of President Obama's "Open Government Directive," a call for executive departments and agencies to take specific actions in the areas of transparency, participation, and collaboration. As you might guess, the civic engagement field was abuzz in meetings, on email discussion lists, and on phone calls considering how we could support this effort.
Everyone agreed that the field of practice, as a whole, needed to articulate what we consider to be quality public engagement. And this clarity, whether or not it impacts the Open Government Directive, would be of great benefit to the field.
A core group from the civic engagement worked together to develop a set of principles. They engaged the field in a collaborative and transparent way to encourage broad involvement among networks to create a set of principles that everyone could get behind.
This was presented by Kate Krontiris (Omidyar
Network, USA) at the Impacts of Civic Technology Conference (TICTeC2016) in Barcelona on 27th April. You can find out more information about the conference here: https://www.mysociety.org/research/tictec-2016/
Experimental Modes of Civic Engagement in Civic Tech is an investigation into what it means to build civic tech with, not for. It answers the question, "what's the difference between sentiment and action?"
The project led by Laurenellen McCann, and it deepens her work in needs-responsive, community-driven processes for creating technology with real people and real communities for public good.
This project falls under Smart Chicago's work on the Knight Community Information Challenge grant awarded under their Engaged Communities strategy to the Chicago Community Trust "as it builds on its successful Smart Chicago Project, which is taking open government resources directly into neighborhoods through a variety of civic-minded apps"
This document is a compendium of writing by Laurenellen created as a primer for our April 4, 2015 convening at the Chicago Community Trust.
The Public Engagement Principles (PEP) Project was launched in mid-February 2009 to create clarity in our field about what we consider to be the fundamental components of quality public engagement, and to support President Obama’s January 21, 2009 memorandum on open government. The principles described in this document were developed collaboratively by members and leaders of NCDD, IAP2 (the International Association of Public Participation), the Co-Intelligence Institute, and many others.
Slides for the 2012 Civic Engagement and Democracy, hosted by the Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement at the University of Illinois-Chicago, given by Matt Leighninger of the Deliberative Democracy Consortium.
Ten steps for building a digital manifesto for your organization, keynote speech presented to government employees at the California Leadership Forum in 2014.
February 2014 update: Since publishing our original report in December, 2013, we've received dozens of emails from peers in the budding civic tech community proposing additions. On Feb. 26, we released an updated version of the civic tech investment analysis, which includes an additional 34 companies and $265 million of investment. Find out more at http://kng.ht/1cPi3Ar.
Investments by private capital funders and foundations in technology that spurs citizen engagement, improves cities and makes governments more effective is growing significantly, with more than $430 million going to the field between January 2011 and May 2013, according to a major report released today by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
The first report of its kind, “The Emergence of Civic Tech: Investments in a Growing Field,” provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of private capital and foundation investments in civic technology. It aims to help organizations and investors better understand civic tech funding, so that they can strengthen their work and help shape the field. The analysis applies a new approach to research and advances the use of data in the social sector; it showcases an interactive data visualization map that allows users to explore investments across multiple areas of civic tech. Find out more at www.knightfoundation.org/features/civictech
The Community Board: Building Local Communitybalchenn
In the Capstone project for my Masters in Human Computer Interaction Design at Indiana University, I worked on designing technology to promote interaction between
people in a neighborhood. The concept consists of a website and public displays that make people aware
of each other and activities in the neighborhood.
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
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Sectors of the Indian Economy - Class 10 Study Notes pdf
GWU Capstone Consultancy _ THP community of practice
1. The State of
Participatory
Democracy
In partnership with The Hunger Project and UN Democracy Fund
GWU Capstone Team:
Suffi Qarni
Luke Fuller
Sam Kendall
Presented April 26, 2013
2. PARTICIPATORY LOCAL DEMOCRACY
COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE
GWU CAPSTONETEAM:
Sam Kendall Luke Fuller Suffi Qarni
THE HUNGER PROJECTTEAM:
John Coonrod Elisabeth Epstein Leanna Baeber
11. LESSONS LEARNED
Balance theory with accessibility
Constant revision and content management
Transparency is essential
Practitioners focus locally
Enormous opportunity for collective advocacy
12. NEXT STEPS
1) Share our project report with the Community
2) Push out the Survey through CoP and other networks
(May-June)
3) Compile the first State of Participatory Democracy Report
(June-August)
4) Publish ahead of UN General Assembly
(September 2013)
Editor's Notes
The project has 4 overarching goals
Project Development Group: GWU graduate consultants; THP-DC staffAdvisory Board: ~20 close partners representing major regionsPRIMARY CoP: Consultation participants, interviewees, active members of forums and other discussionsEXTENDED CoP: Newsletter recipient, visitors to website, members of partner networks
Project can de described in 4 phases, though in practice there has been significant overlapCommunity of Practice is not just a sounding board for ideas, but many members actively contribute and many features of Index/Scorecard developed from the intensive regional ConsultationsCoP has been involved during each phaseResearch: Literature reviews, expert interviews, etcIndex: product of consultations, research, interviews – lays out framework of participatory governance including characteristics that the CoP has identified as essentialScorecard: Once we have the Index, apply it to countries to see how each one measures up to the sub-components ; A poor score in any of these sub-components of the Index would reflect a gap in at least one of the features of active citizenry that are essential for effective participation in governance. Together, scores across these sub-components can reveal the breadth of features that are missing or underdeveloped.State of Participatory Democracy Report: will include Scorecard, plus several extended country profiles/case studies and explanations of scorecard, theory, issue, etc
Also engaged with experts in Canada, Brazil, Philippines, UK, Spain, China, Central AsiaNo consultation in MENA
Major takeaways from each regional consultation
* An important piece of Administrative decentralization that is not listed in our Index is institutional Competence, which includes things like knowledge capital, know-how and efficient personnel management. These are all important characteristics of effective administration, however they are very difficult to measure on an international scale because they are internal (and often “fuzzy”) behaviors. Additionally, they are unlikely to be reflected in the perceptions of external actors that are not part of the administrative/mgmt process. There are quite a few organizations working on this around Washington, DC (e.g. most notably the Urban Institute) and in several of the countries that we visited (e.g. PRIA in New Delhi) - but this type of analysis requires a great degree of depth and intensive research within each local government unit, making it unfeasible for this phase of the project. We have tried to capture important outputs/outcomes of these behaviors in proxy indicators that could be sensed by external actors, and you can see those in our Perceptions Survey tool available on the website.
Plenty of interest and action, but lack of common agenda
