There are many fantastic people, groups and organisations across the UK working to improve democracy, but too often we are isolated from one another and struggle to have the impact we desire.
In 2020, the Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust commissioned Networking for Democracy which concluded that building better connections within and outside the sector was a priority capacity building need. Following a call for proposals, in 2021 Involve was awarded funding by JRRT and JRCT to incubate, expand and coordinate a Democracy Network over three years. We're proud to have helped establish this vital infrastructure for the democracy sector.
Today, we continue to champion the Democracy Network as proud members, and we encourage others to join us. The Network aims to build and strengthen the democracy sector, addressing threats and maximising on the opportunities for impact and change. It seeks to bring together people passionate about democracy from across the UK to support collaboration and build our collective power and influence. Visit the Democracy Network website to explore events, resources, blogs and news from across the democracy sector, and sign up to the mailing list.
You can read more about The Democracy Network and sign up as a member here.