We are the leading Nordic advisors in democratic innovation and deliberation
We bring citizens into the heart of decision-making
We believe in citizens and the power of innovation that resides in meaningful interaction between systems and citizens – as the solution to our society’s greatest challenges and changes.
We give people the opportunity to influence their own lives and the society they are a part of. We bring more voices, perspectives and resources into play when developing solutions and answers to the problems we face. We create solutions that are driven by participation.
Our services
We Do Democracy are leading expert advisors in democracy and participation.
We develop democracy formats that activate the collective intelligence of society and ensure cross-cutting solutions that are driven by participation.
We base our advice on leading international knowledge and practice.
We are democracy’s professional partner for municipalities, political organizations, member organizations, foundations, companies and organizations – who are committed to strengthening democracy and participation.
Our services are driven by our deep professionalism and commitment to creating more and better democracy.
Each generation is committed to renewing and revitalizing democracy and our shared participatory formats – in step with the times.
We contribute professionally and innovatively.
And we want more people to join us.
Deliberative democracy
Deliberative citizens’ councils, Citizens’ Assemblies and citizens’ panels are participatory methods that allow representative citizens to develop recommendations on complex issues on an informed basis. The approach gives decision-makers increased democratic legitimacy and a stronger mandate to make bold, long-term decisions. We are Denmark’s leading deliberative advisor, with the most experience and greatest expertise in both organising and facilitating citizens’ councils and assemblies.
Participation strategy
Those who need to drive change need to own change.
To create sustainable solutions and decisions, more people need to be on board to make them.
But how do you involve more people than the ones we usually hear?
How do you ensure that different perspectives are heard?
We design inclusive participation strategies and processes that draw on leading knowledge and international best practice.
Democratic innovation
Democratic innovation refers to new ways of making, developing and understanding politics. It pushes the boundaries of how political decisions are made and tests new methods of co-creation, policy development, participation and implementation. We Do Democracy designs and advises on methods for democratic renewal in association, business, employee and member democracy, as well as institutional democratic institutions.
Representation - get more people on board
Are you struggling with skewed or narrow representation in your membership organization, political committees, board of directors or when you meet citizens? With a clear strategy for representation, we avoid narrow special interests or ‘soldiers of the throne’ taking control at the expense of the wider community. Real representation can also ensure legitimacy and support for decisions.
Facilitation and change management
We are leading expert consultants in designing and operating almost any type of process that requires co-ownership of the solutions. From long, large and complex processes to short, intimate sprints. We use a proven, open, interactive, visual and result-oriented facilitation practice that ensures co-ownership and momentum.
YES in my backyard
We are facing complex transitions and developments in our societies and communities, which unfortunately often end up in polarized conversations, NIMBY movements and political paralysis that drive a wedge between the system and citizens.
More and more people are turning to democracy when it comes to urban development, mobility, renewable energy, climate adaptation, energy supply or coastal protection.
But there is another way, and at We Do Democracy we specialize in the dilemma-filled and difficult conversations!
Knowledge and lectures
We are always busy bringing the latest knowledge to Denmark and bringing our own expert advice into play – so more people can do more!
We share our knowledge at professional events with our partners and are regularly invited to contribute with keynotes and lectures that inspire others to strengthen participation and democracy in their own arenas.
RENTEN Transition Northwest
Living with the great crises of our time requires the ability to act for the individual, and at the same time, it is only in collaboration with others that green sustainable change can succeed. That’s why We Do Democracy co-founded the local transition project, RENTEN Transition Nordvest, bringing neighbors together, connecting the Rentemesterkvarteret and creating more care, greening, sharing economy in the local area.
Welfare Citizens’ Assembly in Greve Municipality
The future of welfare is under pressure, and new ways of approaching the difficult task and conversation are needed. In Greve, politicians chose to invite citizens into the heart of the discussion, and citizens responded by identifying new paths to take in the country’s first welfare citizen gathering.
First Danish Deliberative Mix Panel on climate action
How can communities and civil society in Vejle Municipality work together with the municipality to boost climate action? A Mixed Panel of politicians, civil society groups and representative citizens of Vejle will answer this question.
Stronger local democracy and radical local transformation go hand in hand in RENTEN Transition Northwest
Living with the major crises of our time requires the ability to act for the individual, and at the same time, it is only together with others that green sustainable change can succeed. That's why We Do Democracy co-founded the local transition project RENTEN Transition Nordvest, which brings neighbors together in a local community of action,...