Citizens' Assembly (Ireland)

Citizens' Assemblies in Ireland are deliberative forums where randomly selected citizens come together to discuss, analyze, and provide recommendations on important public issues. They aim to include diverse perspectives, inform policymakers with public input, and improve democratic decision-making. Participants study the topic, deliberate collectively, and then present their findings to government bodies, influencing legislative or constitutional change. This process enhances political transparency, citizen engagement, and represents a broad range of societal views in shaping policies and laws.