Cooperative Discourse
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Short description
Cooperative discourse is a combination of elements of mediation, of the Delphi survey and of the citizen juries aimed at solving planning assignments. The outcome of cooperative discourse is a recommendation to the politicians (decision-makers).
Process
The first step of this participatory method is to draw up a catalogue of criteria for assessing various planning options; here a mediator works with representatives of the interest groups affected. In step two experts analyze the likely effects of the various planning options in a Delphi survey. In the third and final step citizens selected at random evaluate the options in a citizen jury, with the aid of the catalogue of criteria and the experts’ analyses.
Help in addressing cultural/ethical aspects in planning of secure public spaces
- Facilitation in addressing very complex decision processes
- Use with regional planning issues where latent or open conflicts exist
- Determination of legal aspect in planning public spaces
Further information
Participation & sustainable development in Europe, http://www.partizipation.at/coop-discourse.html
