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This document defines the concepts that guide WeBXL when design decision making process and policies. Anybody can add to this list by following the [[decision making process of WeBXL]]. | This document defines the concepts that guide WeBXL when design decision making process and policies. Anybody can add to this list by following the [[decision making process of WeBXL]]. | ||
=Transparency, Responsibility, Accountability= | ==Transparency, Responsibility, Accountability== | ||
Citizens want real transparency on all decisions, the guarantee that their needs are being addressed and that their ideas can influence decisions. | Citizens want real transparency on all decisions, the guarantee that their needs are being addressed and that their ideas can influence decisions. | ||
=More Than Voting= | ==More Than Voting== | ||
Citizens can do more than voting. They can jointly identify priorities, co-create policy and allocate budgets. | Citizens can do more than voting. They can jointly identify priorities, co-create policy and allocate budgets. | ||
=Collective Intelligence= | ==Collective Intelligence== | ||
Collective intelligence techniques should be at the root of decision-making. Internal processes of participation need to go beyond the opinions of individuals. Deliberation sessions between citizens of different walks of life lead to creative solutions that are far better adjusted both to reality and to the needs of stakeholders. | Collective intelligence techniques should be at the root of decision-making. Internal processes of participation need to go beyond the opinions of individuals. Deliberation sessions between citizens of different walks of life lead to creative solutions that are far better adjusted both to reality and to the needs of stakeholders. | ||
=Rooted in Action= | ==Rooted in Action== | ||
The movement needs agility and experimentation, embracing bold approaches piloting possible solutions and improving them continuously. | The movement needs agility and experimentation, embracing bold approaches piloting possible solutions and improving them continuously. | ||
=Inclusiveness= | ==Inclusiveness== | ||
Power dynamics have to be challenged to achieve ever higher standards of inclusiveness. A true citizen-led politics can only be achieved if it brings people from different backgrounds and beliefs to the table. It needs to be a safe place for any gender and minorities to express their concerns and make their contribution. | Power dynamics have to be challenged to achieve ever higher standards of inclusiveness. A true citizen-led politics can only be achieved if it brings people from different backgrounds and beliefs to the table. It needs to be a safe place for any gender and minorities to express their concerns and make their contribution. | ||
=Efficiency= | ==Efficiency== | ||
Participation in decision making must not take more time than an average citizen can invest in addition to day-to-day responsibilities. | Participation in decision making must not take more time than an average citizen can invest in addition to day-to-day responsibilities. | ||
=Simplicity= | ==Simplicity== | ||
The system of decision making must be easy to understand. The explanation of the process should fit on 1 page (with links to more detailed explanations.) | The system of decision making must be easy to understand. The explanation of the process should fit on 1 page (with links to more detailed explanations.) | ||
==More Information== | |||
* [[WeBXL]] | |||
[[Category:Belgium]] | [[Category:Belgium]] | ||
[[Category:WeBXL]] | [[Category:WeBXL]] | ||
Revision as of 10:25, 8 February 2019
WeBXL is an initiative for citizen-driven politics in Brussels, Belgium.
This document defines the concepts that guide WeBXL when design decision making process and policies. Anybody can add to this list by following the decision making process of WeBXL.
Transparency, Responsibility, Accountability
Citizens want real transparency on all decisions, the guarantee that their needs are being addressed and that their ideas can influence decisions.
More Than Voting
Citizens can do more than voting. They can jointly identify priorities, co-create policy and allocate budgets.
Collective Intelligence
Collective intelligence techniques should be at the root of decision-making. Internal processes of participation need to go beyond the opinions of individuals. Deliberation sessions between citizens of different walks of life lead to creative solutions that are far better adjusted both to reality and to the needs of stakeholders.
Rooted in Action
The movement needs agility and experimentation, embracing bold approaches piloting possible solutions and improving them continuously.
Inclusiveness
Power dynamics have to be challenged to achieve ever higher standards of inclusiveness. A true citizen-led politics can only be achieved if it brings people from different backgrounds and beliefs to the table. It needs to be a safe place for any gender and minorities to express their concerns and make their contribution.
Efficiency
Participation in decision making must not take more time than an average citizen can invest in addition to day-to-day responsibilities.
Simplicity
The system of decision making must be easy to understand. The explanation of the process should fit on 1 page (with links to more detailed explanations.)