eParticipation in the Netherlands has progressed from initial explorations in the late 1990s to becoming a strategic priority in 2006, with the goal of involving citizens in policy solutions. Current activities include experiments with new forms of online citizen participation and an informal network to share experiences. Moving forward, more political support is needed as government remains resistant due concerns about ceding control and input quality. Small, concrete pilot projects and cooperation between governments and citizens are advocated to help advance eParticipation.

1. eParticipation in the Netherlands Presentation for the Third International Forum on eDemocracy d.d. 22 may 2008 By: Arnout Ponsioen ( [email_address] )