Seeing Parliaments as Spaces and Places
This month’s Modern Parliament highlights global innovations in citizen engagement—from AI ministers and virtual parliaments to the new "Parliament as a Space and Place" guide, cookbooks, and more.
The Promise of Politics in the Age of AI
At the Global Gathering in Portugal, voices from 144 countries explored AI accountability, digital democracy, and community-driven innovation as part of a renewed vision for politics in the age of AI.
What Citizens’ Assemblies Can Teach Legislatures
As democracies grapple with declining trust, Marjan H. Ehsassi highlights the promise and pitfalls of citizens’ assemblies. Ahead of the Athens Democracy Forum, she explores how well-designed assemblies can amplify citizen voice, build social cohesion, and give legislatures political cover to tackle tough issues.
Inside the 50th Anniversary of NCSL: Lessons From the States
POPVOX Foundation’s Anne Meeker and Sirena Harrop reflect on AI, capacity gaps, and takeaways from Boston’s record-setting 50th anniversary summit of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL).
Who Holds the Gavel?
This edition explores the evolving role of parliamentary speakers worldwide, drawing on new Inter-Parliamentary Union data to profile today’s leaders. From Brazil’s leadership standoff to Syria’s upcoming elections, we also highlight global legislative modernization, plus fresh research tools, historic discoveries, and upcoming democracy-focused events.
ModParl: The Africa Edition
A long overdue spotlight on Africa, highlighting legislative innovation, institutional reform, and how parliaments across the continent are embracing technology, collaboration, and new ways of serving constituents.
World Parliament Day: Why I Love the Legislative Branch
Celebrate World Parliament Day with some reflections from our Senior Fellow Beatriz Rey on how Congress became her window into human possibility and political imagination!
Insights from Athens and Lisbon on Upgrading Parliaments in a Digital World
From Athens to Lisbon, this month’s Modern Parliament captures how legislatures are reimagining democracy for the digital age. Highlights include insights from the 4th Global Conference on Parliamentary Studies, Portugal’s democratic innovation map, and global examples of AI, citizen engagement, and research-policy integration reshaping how parliaments work.
International Convening Highlights AI Governance
Key takeaways from Brasília, a preview of the upcoming AFRIPAL conference, and highlights of AI-driven innovation in legislatures from Greece to Argentina.