3 June – Online taster of Open Space for Democracy

Across Europe, democracy is being tested and challenged — from rising authoritarianism to declining trust in institutions. At the same time, people everywhere are standing up, speaking out, and experimenting with new ways to make their voices heard.

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The overall purpose is to protect and strengthen democracy. This time the theme for our gathering is:

This gathering is inspired by the original three-day Open Space for Democracy events. Our hope is that these shorter online conversations will spark learning, connection, and momentum — and ultimately encourage longer, in-person Open Space gatherings to emerge in many places across Europe and beyond. The session is a taster of what becomes possible when people come together in an open, participatory format — and a chance to see where such conversations might lead.

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Using the Open Space format, you will be invited to bring your own questions, concerns, and ideas, and to co-create the agenda together with everyone who shows up. Come with curiosity rather than conclusions — and be prepared to be surprised.

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You will meet people from across Europe — campaigners, organisers, facilitators, and everyday citizens — all exploring how democratic values can be renewed, not just defended.

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Join the conversation, share your perspective, and leave with new insights, new energy, and new connections. This is an invitation to learn together — and to see what might grow from it.

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The conversation is open to people from all parts of our society. You are welcome!

Open Facilitation Ireland
Open Space Consulting (Sweden)
Berlin Open Space Cooperative
DO Foundation (Poland)
#12samtal – Action Plan för Hope (Sweden)

Registration to: letstalk@openfacilitation.ie
(Zoom link will be shared with registered participants in advance of the event)