REAL DEAL Protocol: Guidance and Toolkit

The REAL DEAL D4.3 Protocol provides a comprehensive framework for citizen and stakeholder engagement in the European Green Deal (EGD). It is a practical Guidance and Toolkit designed to enhance deliberative democracy and ensure that diverse voices contribute meaningfully to the green transition.

The document outlines principles and methodologies for designing, organizing, and evaluating deliberative processes, offering validated tools for policymakers, civil society organizations, researchers, and practitioners. It covers various participation formats, including citizens' assemblies, focus groups, roundtables, and stakeholder dialogues, ensuring inclusivity and representation.

The protocol emphasizes transparent decision-making, engagement across governance levels, and participatory approaches that prioritize social justice, environmental sustainability, and long-term policy impact. It also presents key insights on evaluating the effectiveness of deliberative democracy and ensuring meaningful citizen participation in shaping Europe’s sustainable future.

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