Public Participation
The involvement of the people who are to be governed in the creation and processes of their government. Public
participation affords individuals and non-governmental groups the ability to observe, engage with, and influence their government.

News
26 April 2021
In Ireland, citizens’ assembly recommends replacing constitution’s "women in the home" clause

News
22 March 2021
As proposed amendments to Kenya's constitution go before parliament, critics question public hearings

News
8 March 2021
Kenya will conduct public hearing on proposed constitutional amendments

News
15 February 2021
Citizens' assembly meets to discuss possible removal of "women in the home" clause from Ireland's constitution

News
11 February 2021
Majority of citizens in Belarus believe current constitution meets society's needs

News
28 December 2020
Belarus set to deliberate on constitutional reform

News
14 December 2020
Venezuela's opposition concludes popular consultation

News
7 December 2020
Proposed constitutional amendments to address climate change stall in France

News
18 November 2020
South Sudan's president says national dialogue conference resolutions will be included in constitution

Guides and Handbooks
Consultation, Deliberation and Decision-Making: Direct Public Participation in Constitution-Building