Milestones of the Citizens' Dialogue

A chronology of the most important stages and successes of our platform.

  1. March 2023

    Platform Launch in Vienna

    First public start with moderated discussion forums on the topics of transport transition and public space. Over 1,200 registered users in the first four weeks.

  2. June 2023

    Pilot Project "Youth Forum"

    Together with the city of Linz, a dedicated area for 14 to 21-year-olds was set up. Gamification elements and anonymous surveys increased participation by 40 percent.

  3. September 2023

    Moderation Guidelines Published

    An open guide for fair discussions and dealing with controversial viewpoints was created by the editorial team and adopted by over 50 local initiatives.

  4. December 2023

    Expansion to Five Federal States

    After successful tests in Upper Austria and Styria, the platform was expanded to a total of five federal states. The number of monthly contributions rose to over 8,000.

  5. April 2024

    Integration of Live Discussions

    Introduction of a weekly live format with rotating experts. The first broadcast on the topic of affordable housing reached 3,500 viewers and led to 200 concrete proposals.

  6. August 2024

    Opinion Barometer 2024

    Publication of the first comprehensive evaluation of all discussions. The data shows high participation in rural regions and a growing willingness for constructive exchange across party lines.

Our Profile

For an Open Society

We are an independent platform for citizen participation and social dialogue. Our goal is to bring together people with different perspectives and promote respectful exchange – far from hate speech and extremism.

01

Strengthening Community

Dialogue connects

We create spaces where neighbors, experts, and decision-makers can discuss on equal footing. Every voice counts.

02

Embracing Diversity of Opinion

Differences as strength

Our moderation promotes controversial but fair debates. We rely on clear rules against hate speech and political propaganda.

03

Rethinking Citizen Participation

Digital and local

From online surveys to neighborhood workshops – we develop formats that enable genuine participation. We are currently piloting a project in Vienna.

04

Transparency and Trust

Disclosure of our work

All discussion results and decision-making processes are documented. We stand for traceable and independent dialogue work.

Our Mission

This platform creates a protected space for social exchange. We connect people with different perspectives to foster understanding and develop solutions together.

Openness to All Voices

Every person has the right to be heard – regardless of background, age, or opinion. We moderate respectfully, without censorship, and ensure that even quiet voices find a place. Our goal is a discussion culture that embraces diversity as a strength.

Impact: Greater participation and a broader range of perspectives in public debates.
Respectful Dialogue as a Foundation

We rely on clear conversation rules that exclude personal attacks and hate speech. Instead, we promote factual arguments and active listening. Every contribution is reviewed, but not patronized – this builds trust in the exchange.

Impact: Less polarization, more constructive conversations, and sustainable solutions.
Transparency and Traceability

All decisions regarding moderation and platform development are communicated openly. We document why certain content is removed or discussions are started. This keeps the platform comprehensible and credible for everyone.

Impact: Higher acceptance and active participation through traceable processes.
Local Roots, Global Perspective

Our topics start in our own environment – in cities, communities, and regions. At the same time, we learn from examples in other countries and cultures. This mix of proximity and broad perspective makes the dialogue lively and practical.

Impact: Concrete improvements locally and a sense of belonging to a larger movement.
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