Does digitalization reinvigorate and foster democracy? Is the digital divide related to digital competencies and social divide? What kind of digital innovations can bridge the divide and strengthen democratic transformation as well as social inclusion?  

This satellite event of the World Forum for Democracy focuses on electronic democracy and participation in the digital society. Academic experts and practitioners will discuss challenges and best practices in the intersection of political education and digital education: Online participation data driven decision making require new educational approaches, methods and instruments. Which instruments and methods are needed  to develop competencies  regarding social media, data security, big data, online participation, etc.? Which approaches and strategies should be promoted?