Beyond voting and petitions, new forms of civic participation are emerging, such as citizen co-creation and capacity-building efforts led by policymakers. However, challenges remain, such as ensuring equal access, preventing misinformation, and balancing efficiency against deliberation. This panel will explore the trends, challenges and opportunities, and examine how governments can foster a more inclusive and responsive democracy.

Speakers at this panel include::

• Josie Liow, Co-Chair, SingHealth Patient Advocacy Network (SPAN), Singapore
• Jael Teh, Manager (Citizen Engagement), Open Government Products (OGP), Singapore
• Gena Soh, Co-Founder, Playces, Singapore

Moderator:

Jonathan Cheetham, Head of Conference Production, GovInsider

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