Objectives

Conduct research and surveys to identify the primary barriers preventing individuals from voting in local elections, particularly among young adults and other underrepresented groups.

Develop and implement targeted civic engagement initiatives and workshops aimed at increasing voter turnout, focusing mainly on young adults aged 18-35.

Design and deliver civic education workshops to bridge the gap in civic knowledge and promote democratic values among citizens, with a particular focus on reducing misinformation and fostering critical thinking.

Promote responsible digital citizenship and provide citizens with tools to critically assess information online.

Advocate for gender equality and women's representation in local governance and decision-making positions - promoting female leadership, supporting women's participation in political processes, and addressing barriers to gender parity in elected positions.

Foster transparent and permanent communication channels between elected local and regional officials and citizens to rebuild trust and address perceptions of disconnect through events to engage citizens in decision-making processes.
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ABOUT L-DEMOCRACY
L-Democracy represents a collaborative effort to address the challenges facing the European Union and enhance citizen engagement in local politics by demystifying the decision-making process in European Communities. L-Democracy creates and upgrades citizens' participation in European democratic systems through an intersectional, cross-level engagement campaign focused on young people.
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