They deserve a meaningful voice in the decisions that shape their lives. Action for Liberal Democracy works to make democratic institutions more transparent, responsive, inclusive, and accountable to the people they serve.
Action for Liberal Democracy (ALD) is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening liberal democracy through citizen empowerment, democratic renewal, political accountability, and new approaches to public participation.
We believe the future of democracy depends on more than defending the institutions we have. It depends on making them more transparent, responsive, inclusive, and accountable to the people they serve.
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Watch the full speechTo advance liberal democracy by empowering citizens, supporting forward-thinking democratic leaders, and promoting practical reforms that make democratic institutions more participatory, transparent, and accountable.
Five priorities guide everything ALD does, from the leaders we work with to the reforms we champion.
Support candidates and political leaders committed to defending liberal democratic values, advancing meaningful reform, and putting citizens at the center of governance.All such activity is carried out consistent with ALD's legal and tax obligations.
Advocate for citizens' assemblies, participatory policymaking, more frequent public consultation, and real opportunities for citizens to influence government decisions between elections.
Promote greater transparency in political decision-making, public spending, institutional governance, and the relationship between elected officials and the citizens they represent.
Explore how technology, including artificial intelligence and digital deliberation platforms, can strengthen public participation, improve policy engagement, and make democratic processes more accessible and responsive.
Connect reform-minded leaders, policymakers, civic organizations, and citizens across the United States and Europe to exchange ideas, develop solutions, and advance democratic innovation.
Our approach turns democratic values into practical solutions by working on four fronts at once.
Working with leaders who have the courage to reform the institutions they serve.
Giving citizens real ways to take part, well beyond election day.
Pushing for changes that make governance open and accountable by default.
Using new tools to widen participation while keeping people in charge.
A world where democracy is not merely representative, but continuously participatory. Where leaders are accountable, citizens are empowered, and institutions evolve alongside the societies they serve.
Whether you have five minutes or want to help shape a reform agenda, there's a place for you at ALD.
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Civic organizations, policymakers, and researchers in the U.S. and Europe: let's build solutions together.
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