The term online participation is particularly at home in the areas of digital society, digital transformation and digital leadership. It describes the opportunity to actively participate in decision-making processes, discussions or projects via digital channels - whether privately, in a company or in public life. This often involves participation in surveys, co-determination in political decisions or collaboration on collaborative ideas online.
An illustrative example of online participation is the involvement of citizens in an online vote on the redesign of a city park. People can submit their suggestions or vote for their favourite ideas via a special portal. In this way, many perspectives are included without everyone having to be there in person.
Online participation makes decision-making processes more transparent and accessible. It saves time, promotes innovation and strengthens the sense of community - not only in cities, but also in companies that want to involve their employees in important projects using digital tools. This increases trust and identification with the decisions made.
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