Knoca - Knowledge Network On Climate Assemblies

Why has KNOCA been formed? Climate assemblies are increasingly being used in a variety of different European countries at different scales of governance to inform policy responses and social action on climate change. Appetite is growing in countries that have not yet used such processes to explore the possibility of doing so, and to draw on existing experiences and models. As a result of growing and diverse practice, the knowledge and expertise of policymakers, academics, and civil society actors is increasing in the use of such innovative approaches. But this knowledge and expertise is diffuse. KNOCA will bring together this varied expertise to explore challenges in the design and application of climate assemblies and promote best practice for those organising and advocating for climate assemblies. Who is involved? KNOCA is funded by the European Climate Foundation. Professor Graham Smith, Centre for the Study of Democracy at the University of Westminster chairs the Management Committee and will provide the overall intellectual steer. The Danish Board of Technology acts as convenor and will oversee the running of the network. Climate Outreach acts as communication lead to ensure visibility and relevance of the network and foster debate around its public inputs. Invitations are being sent to a range of organisations and individuals to join KNOCA as members. These are individuals or organizations with experience or interest in either commissioning, running or analysing CA processes and outputs in Europe. Membership of this network will grant you a space to share, discuss and inform best practice and new developments in climate assembly design, delivery and analysis. What is KNOCA going to do? KNOCA will bring together policy makers, academics, civil society activists and others, working on either climate policy or deliberative democracy, to foster public debate on citizen participation in climate policy-making.