Deliberative Mini-Publics: Core Design Features

Bringing together ten leading researchers in the field of deliberative democracy, this important book examines the features of a Deliberative Mini-Public (DMP) and considers how DMPs link into democratic systems.

It examines the core design features of DMPs and their role in the broader policy process and takes stock of the characteristics that distinguish them from other forms of citizen participation. In doing so, the book offers valuable insights into the contributions that DMPs can make not only to the policy process, but also to the broader agenda of revitalising democracy in contemporary times.

Nicole Curato is Associate Professor at the Centre for Deliberative Democracy and Global Governance, University of Canberra, Australia.

David M. Farrell is Chair of Politics and Head of Politics and International Relations, University College Dublin, Ireland.

Brigitte Geißel is Professor of Political Science and Political Sociology, Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany.

Kimmo Grönlund is Professor of Political Science and Director of the Social Science Research Institute, Åbo Akademi University, Finland.

Patricia Mockler is a PhD candidate in the Department of Political Studies at Queen's University, Canada.