Based in Columbus, Ohio, IDEA extends its impact from our campus to communities across the U.S. and around the world. We bring cutting-edge research and real-world solutions to all levels of government, partnering with public and private organizations to foster trust in democratic institutions.
Explore our programs to discover how we are strengthening civic life and expanding democratic engagement locally, nationally, and internationally.
International Programs
Across the globe, from Nigeria to Chile, IDEA adapts Deliberative Town Halls to diverse settings. In areas with limited internet access and during constitutional reform, our international partnerships explore how dialogue can foster mutual learning and build trust between citizens and policymakers.
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US Programs
Connecting Congress to classrooms and communities nationwide, IDEA’s US programs facilitate research-backed, inclusive dialogue between Americans and their representatives. We broaden access to deliberative engagement for adults and students alike.
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On-Campus Programs
Through its on-campus programs, IDEA empowers students to develop deliberative skills and engage complex issues thoughtfully and respectfully, cultivating the foundation for lifelong civic engagement.
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International Programs
Across the globe, from Nigeria to Chile, IDEA adapts Deliberative Town Halls to diverse settings. In areas with limited internet access and during constitutional reform, our international partnerships explore how dialogue can foster mutual learning and build trust between citizens and policymakers.
Read more →
US Programs
Connecting Congress to classrooms and communities nationwide, IDEA’s US programs facilitate research-backed, inclusive dialogue between Americans and their representatives. We broaden access to deliberative engagement for adults and students alike.
Read more →
On-Campus Programs
Through its on-campus programs, IDEA empowers students to develop deliberative skills and engage complex issues thoughtfully and respectfully, cultivating the foundation for lifelong civic engagement.
Read more →