A permanent citizens’ assembly for Cumbria? What might we learn from European experiences

Cumbria’s Climate Assembly has recommended piloting a permanent citizens’ assembly on climate and nature (Recommendation 9).  This session is a chance to hear practical reflections from two European politicians who have been at the centre of piloting permanent citizens' assemblies. Sharing their reflections will be Alain Maron who has the cabinet role of Minister of Environment & Climate for the Brussels region and the founder of the permanent Climate Assembly and Liesa Scholzen an elected member in Ostbelgien, site of the world’s first permanent citizens assembly (East Belgium). The event is open to anyone interested in further exploring if this could work in Cumbria and will consist of presentations followed by a question and answer discussion.

This event is organised by Shared Future the facilitators of the Cumbria Climate Assembly with support from Futureproof Cumbria. Shared Future is supporting Cumbria Climate Assembly members—ordinary Cumbrians selected to reflect the region’s diversity—who continue to advocate for the Assembly's recommendations and engage with stakeholders across Cumbria.

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Cost - This event is free to attend.

Venue - This event will be held via Zoom. Once you register, you'll receive a link to join the event. 

Recording - the presentations from visiting speakers will be recorded however the discussion part of the session will not. By taking part in this event, you accept that your name, image, or voice may appear in the recording. You can opt to deactivate your webcam and microphone, and you can change how your name is displayed in the list of participants. Attendees' video feeds won't necessarily be on screen at any point during the webinar.

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