An overwhelming proportion of Americans feel disconnected from democratic life, deeply distrustful of public institutions, and isolated from one another. At the same time, Americans face increasingly complex social problems that defy easy solutions, requiring policymakers and practitioners to engage with communities, connect with public input, and be responsive to the needs of diverse residents. However, the path towards these goals is not well paved. Community input is often collected within existing power structures, like public comment periods or town halls, which do not fully represent diverse residents' perspectives. In this context, government and community leaders must fundamentally rethink their approach and design new and evidence-based forms of democratic participation.
Speakers to be announced.
Moderator:
Peter Dixon, Ph.D., Program Director, M.S. in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution; Associate Professor of Practice
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