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Digital democracy is a fuzzy concept. It is not just about throwing tech into democracy and expecting magic - more participation, better policies, and so on. In an interview with Gianluca Sgueo, the author of "The Design of Digital Democracy", Artifacts tried to draw boundaries, examine the premises and propose a path forward for digital democracy. Check it out now! https://lnkd.in/dWZE_ADg

Digital democracy is a fuzzy concept. It is not just about throwing tech into democracy and expecting magic - more participation, better policies, and so on. Together with Gianluca Sgueo, we tried to draw its boundaries, examine the premises and propose a path forward. More on this in Artifacts - Newsletter [ which today speaks 🇬🇧 ] https://lnkd.in/dChdZJpw

Every day in our work, European Digital Rights challenges private and state actors who abuse their power to control or manipulate the public. Today, as #technology has weaved itself into the fabric of our lives and our societies, our mission has never been more relevant We want to build positive digital futures that centre people, the planet, and #democracy - we've put forward a manifesto that establishes our vision 🌿 ✊🏾 We demand approaches to regulating technology that are interwoven with #RuleOfLaw, #justice, the pillar of #SocialRights, and #sustainability matters. Read more about EDRi's legacy and vision from our Executive Director Claire Fernandez in The Parliament ⤵ https://lnkd.in/g6bmg7vb

The future of digital democracy, explored scientifically, promises enhanced citizen engagement, transparency, and efficient governance. By leveraging technology, we can address challenges like security and accessibility, ultimately fostering a more inclusive and participatory democratic process. Let's build a democracy where technology empowers every voice and strengthens our shared values. #DigitalDemocracy #FutureOfDemocracy #CitizenEngagement #Transparency #EfficientGovernance #TechForGood #InclusiveDemocracy #SecureVoting #ScientificExploration #GovernanceInnovation #ParticipatoryDemocracy #DigitalInclusion #DemocraticProcess #InnovationInDemocracy #EmpowermentThroughTech

💻 In preparing for the upcoming #SummitforDemocracy, we're reflecting on how digital tools can shape a better democracy. Read about key takeaways from #OGPEstonia on #DigitalDemocracy and its role in creating accountable, transparent governments:

In a world where technology is advancing faster than our ability to regulate and understand it, we have the opportunity to reinvent democratic processes and drive meaningful change. Let’s take this as a powerful reminder that blending technology with governance, and innovation can unlock new possibilities and transform our future to make democracy more transparent, resilient, and participatory. This is the hacker-turned-politician who’s leading the charge https://lnkd.in/g-J-Udix

In today's digital world, the online realm offers vast opportunities alongside significant risks. With over 5 billion people online 🌐 (Statista), 62% face potential harm (Ofcom), particularly affecting children, marginalised groups, and women♀️. The internet also exposes women to unequal levels of online harassment, gender-based hate speech, and sexism, imposing severe emotional and psychological trauma. This worsens existing inequalities and silences women's voices, hindering their participation in different aspects of life. The anonymity given by internet platforms allows perpetrators to carry out these crimes freely, deepening the sense of fear and insecurity among victims👩💻. Efforts to address these challenges are hindered by the lack of unified definitions for online harm. The Typology of Online Harms, proposed by the World Economic Forum, aims to bridge this gap by providing a common framework. Developed with a human rights approach, it categorises harms into content, contact, and conduct, empowering stakeholders to collaboratively combat online harms📱. To make the internet a safer place for women, governments, technology corporations, civil society organisations, and individual users must work together to achieve this🤝. We can foster an online safe and gender-equal culture by amplifying women's voices, challenging harmful stereotypes, and advocating for meaningful change🌍 Learn more here ➡️https://lnkd.in/eNuZ__5c #OnlineSafety #DigitalEmpowerment #GenderEquality #EndOnlineHarassment #TechForGood #HumanRights #EmpowerWomen #DigitalInclusion #SafeSpaces #OnlineEquality

To ensure digitalization supports democracy, public participation and democratic oversight is paramount. Together, let's harness the potential of digital technologies to build an inclusive and secure digital future for all where #EveryVoiceCounts. go.undp.org/oZR #DemocracyDay

🎉 We're thrilled to announce that Adam Meylan-Stevenson's research on online tools for democratic participation has been cited in a Scottish government report, highlighting the impact of our university's research on public policy. 🔎 Adam's paper explores how online tools can enhance democratic participation and deliberation, offering new opportunities for inclusive communication and diverse group engagement in decision-making processes. 🔐Key contributions from Adam's research: -Categorising online deliberation tools by functions and objectives -Drawing on testimony from users in public sector and civil society organizations -Identifying benefits, limitations, and potential disadvantages of these tools -Suggesting fostering collaboration between tech developers and democratic practitioners 🌟 This recognition by the Scottish government underscores the relevance and importance of Adam's work in shaping the future of digital democracy. 👉Interested in learning more about online deliberation tools and their impact on democratic processes? Read Adam's insightful article here: https://buff.ly/4gnth3c #ResearchImpact #DigitalDemocracy #OnlineDeliberation

At our conference in #Berlin, we today addressed the growing impact of disinformation on democratic systems and best strategies to defend democracy. Following a two year long process that included global experts from journalism, civil society, academia, and government the event convened over 100+ stakeholders from around the world to share insights and propose solutions to strengthen democratic #resilience.   Thanks to everyone who contributed today to the discussion. We see the need for coordinated #collaborative action, sufficient #funding and public interest #infrastructure across sectors to further safeguard democracy in an increasingly polarized world.   #strengthen #democracy