France
Direct democracy is back in the 21st century
The book entitled Direct democracies has just been published in French following several others is...
Sarah Atwood
Citizen participation, Research and academia, Policy-making and Legislation, Media and Journalism, Local Governance
Saint Paul , US
I am currently the Head of Research and Engagement at the Center for New Democratic Processes (USA). I also hold a PhD in American Studies. I have designed, implemented, and/or contributed to citizens’ juries and public deliberation projects on a diverse range of topics, including nuclear waste storage and disposal, health service delivery and hospital siting, artificial intelligence guidelines, data governance, race and representation, misinformation, and news media.
DETAILS
QUICK FACTS
- PhD in American Studies
- Began work with CNDP in 2016
- Worked closely with Dr. Ned Crosby (US inventor of Citizens' Juries)
- In my pre-CNDP life I was a lecturer and historian (and still find history very relevant in my current role)
WHAT I CAN OFFER
- Cross-disciplinary work as a researcher and historian
- Extensive teaching and lecture experience in educational, public, and hybrid environments
- Managing projects on technically complex and politically divisive topics
WHAT I'M INTERESTED IN
- Building new relationships
- New collaborations (especially interdisciplinary collaborations)
- Learning from others
