Every citizen should be given the means to engage, but many have not had the experience, resources, or know-how, to properly become part of the discussion.

This is why we want to build the knowledge, tools, and support, together with citizens and civil society across Europe, to enable them and others to actively participate in their democracy and help shape the future of Europe.

Over two years, Citizens’ Action for Democracy (CitiDem) will hold local citizen assemblies in 8 EU countries. The topics of the assemblies include: Disinformation and online participation; Climate crisis, climate justice, the circular economy and the green transition; Comparison of domestic and European democracy; Diversity, inclusion, and non-discrimination; Participation of non-citizens/migrants; Rights of mobile and marginalised workers; and Youth empowerment. 

CitiDem will further organise & develop knowledge-sharing opportunities for hundreds of citizens & civil society organisations; bridge the gap between policymakers & citizens through effective exchange; and establish the roots for a long-lasting enhancement of citizen engagement and participation in democracy.

Look out for us in Greece, Italy, Germany, France, Portugal, Slovenia, Austria, the Netherlands, and online!

Starting June 2024 to June 2026

Citizens’ Action for Democracy (CitiDem) has received funding under Grant Agreement n.101147423, from the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV) programme.