Launch of Community of Practice on Indigenous Citizens’ Assemblies

The organisers of the groundbreaking Porirua Citizens’ Assembly on Climate launched a new Community of Practice on Indigenous Citizens’ Assemblies.

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This is not just about sharing knowledge, but also strengthening Indigenous leadership in civic life and creating a shared platform for people across Aotearoa and beyond who are exploring deliberative democracy grounded in Indigenous values.

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In the first session on Friday 24 October, 4-5pm NZT (which is at 5–6 a.m. CET), the organisers shared the 101 fundamentals of the Porirua Citizens’ Assembly on Climate - what it was, why it mattered, where it happened, and how it worked. They’ll reflect on the importance of co-governance, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and what it means to design democratic spaces that genuinely reflect Indigenous worldviews.

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In the words of the organisers, the network is open to those new to this kaupapa or already deep in the mahi.

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