International Day of Democracy: Raising Hands and Voices – Fostering Agency and Ownership through Deliberative Democracy

Name: International Day of Democracy: Raising Hands and Voices – Fostering Agency and Ownership through Deliberative Democracy
Start: 2026-09-15T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-15T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Goals Lounge, UN Headquarters

How can governance systems create meaningful opportunities for people to influence the decisions that affect their lives? Marking the International Day of Democracy 2026, this session will explore how deliberative democracy can foster greater agency and ownership by bringing diverse voices into public decision-making. Through reflections on international experience and citizens’ assemblies, participants will discuss how participation, dialogue, and inclusion can strengthen trust and contribute to more responsive and effective governance.