Local eDemocracy project review

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An introduction to ICELE
Fraser Henderson Centre Manager International
Centre of Excellence for Local eDemocracy Fraser.h
enderson_at_icele.org Rita.wilson_at_lichfielddc.gov.uk
www.icele.org
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History National Projects

• Past Achievements
• A number of pilots and subsequent publications
• Developed a number of technology solutions such
  as civic leadership blogging platform and
  eConsultation tool
• Advice services such as webcastguide and
  funding database
• Encouraged take-up and supported activities of
  pioneers such as ePetitioning in Bristol and
  Kingston
• Decipher best practice resulting in publication
  of benefits analysis

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ICELE Key provisions
Serve UK Local Authorities but also interact with
international governments and the wider public
sector arena. Encourage and support councils to
incorporate eDemocracy initiatives into their
democracy agenda.
Knowledge pool - free resources and advice based
on the experiences of the Local eDemocracy
National Project
Nurture tools and explore technology as a channel
for empowering citizens and decision makers.
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Delivery Structure
Products Product nurturing, support and
development and piloting
Delivery of the VOICE toolkit
Communication and Dissemination share knowledge
Building links programmes, institutes,
academics, governments
Good practice provide knowledge and contacts.
Strategic advisory forums
Member participation engage with politics
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VOICE toolkit
Free trial until end March 2007 www.e-voice.org.uk

Based on ENCORE National Project, new modules
derived from eDemocracy programme such as
ePetitioning - Already being used in isolated
installations e.g. Kingston and Essex
Provision of a national infrastructure for Local
Authorities, community groups, parishes, schools,
VSO
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Communication and Dissemination
Knowledge shared with key audiences through
education and raising awareness. Focus is work
at regional level
Regular newsletters
Updated programme website
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Start the transformation

• Win some fizz on our stand
• Collect your goodie bag
• Grab some sweets before we grab you
• Book a free visit from our VOICE take-up
  consultant (Maggie)
• Visit our website www.icele.org