About E-Democracy.org

E-Democracy.org builds online public space in the heart of real democracy and community. Our mission is to harness the power of online tools to support participation in public life, strengthen communities, and build democracy.

Starting with the world's first election information website in 1994 in Minnesota, today we host over 50 local Issues Forums in 16 communities across three countries - New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. In addition to these "online town halls," we promote civic engagement online around the world.

E-Democracy.org is a U.S. registered 501c.3 non-profit non-partisan organization that accepts grants and donations. We estimate that 90% of our labor is donated by volunteers.

Connect

Our Blog with over 200 posts and E-Newsletter sign-up
People - Staff, contractors, lead volunteers, and Board members
Contact us - Or contact Support for Issues Forum assistance
Follow us: Facebook Page, Twitter @edemo
Donate - We appreciate your support

Steven Clift: When you roll up your sleeves you can shape democracy from Knight Foundation on Vimeo.

Introducing Issues Forums

From neighborhood forums that build real community to big city political dialogues, we invite you to simply contact us to start a new forum with us.

Universal civility rules (no name calling, local scope, etc.) and volunteer local facilitators make the difference. Participants must register and use their real names.

Participate via our unique multi-technology approach via e-mail, the web, Facebook, and Twitter.

Further Information

Mission and Goals and Strategic plan
Services - Consulting options we offer
About Issues Forums - Extensive details, guides, webinars
- Issues Forum services - For local communities
- Funders Guide - Two pager on us from Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement guide
- Forum Rules
- Privacy and Public Life Policy
- Forum Content and Removal Policy
- Policy on Legal Threats

Special Projects and Initiatives

Video - Long-form via E-Democracy on Vimeo or short-form on YouTube

Our archives provide useful context about E-Democracy.org.

Additional

In 1996 we received 501.c3 non-profit status from the IRS (final determination letter - PDF), making contributions tax-deductible. Our official Articles of Incorporation approved by the IRS on September 25, 1996 may be of interest. Our Employer Identification Number is 41-1835917 and we are registered with the GuideStar service.