This citizens' assembly was established following the design of deliberative mini-publics. It draws on sortition to select citizens among the 20 districts of the city of Bogotá to provide input in different policies. It has taken place three times so far (2020, 2021, 2023).
Problems and Purpose
Participants were asked to deliberate and provide input on key issues impacting citizens in Bogotá.
This process is ongoing for four years from 2020.
Background History and Context
Organizing, Supporting, and Funding Entities
Participant Recruitment and Selection
Methods and Tools Used
What Went On: Process, Interaction, and Participation
Influence, Outcomes, and Effects
Analysis and Lessons Learned
See Also
iDeemos overview: https://ideemos.org/asamblea-ciudadana-itinerante-del-concejo-de-bogota/
Westminster Foundation for Democracy overview: https://www.wfd.org/sites/default/files/2021-11/WFD_newDemocracy_An-introduction-to-deliberative-democracy-for-members-of-parliament_2021.pdf
Council of Bogotá: https://concejodebogota.gov.co/llega-al-concejo-de-bogota-la-tercera-asamblea-ciudadana-que-busca/cbogota/2023-05-23/084537.php
OIDP: https://participate.oidp.net/processes/award2023/f/277/proposals/3170?page=2