El proyecto parte de un enfoque participativo y práctico: no busca transmitir “verdades absolutas”, sino construir conocimiento colectivo entre las participantes y el equipo facilitador.
Este ciclo formativo se complementa con un proceso de seguimiento y acompañamiento, de fortalecimiento continuo. Este enfoque busca asegurar que los aprendizajes se traduzcan en procesos reales de incidencia pública.
En términos de valor público, el laboratorio contribuye a fortalecer el tejido democrático, abrir el debate público a las juventudes y fomentar una participación ciudadana activa.
De esta forma el proyecto no solo forma capacidades individuales, sino que impulsa cambios sistémicos en las formas de participación política, sentando bases para una convivencia democrática y deliberativa.
Este ciclo formativo se complementa con un proceso de seguimiento y acompañamiento, de fortalecimiento continuo. Este enfoque busca asegurar que los aprendizajes se traduzcan en procesos reales de incidencia pública.
En términos de valor público, el laboratorio contribuye a fortalecer el tejido democrático, abrir el debate público a las juventudes y fomentar una participación ciudadana activa.
De esta forma el proyecto no solo forma capacidades individuales, sino que impulsa cambios sistémicos en las formas de participación política, sentando bases para una convivencia democrática y deliberativa.
4 etapas del Laboratorio:
- Formación de conocimientos en materia de definición de los problemas públicos, la teoría de cambio, la redacción de legislación y políticas públicas, el desarrollo y planeación de la incidencia estratégica (6 meses);
- Formación de habilidades, que implica el acompañamiento en los procesos de incidencia y la vinculación con personas tomadoras de desiciones;
- Formación de aptitudes, que contempla el seguimiento en la formación de los objetivos planteados en cada agenda para evaluar y mejorar las (4 meses);
- Formación de aptitudes, que implica evaluar, retroalimentar y consolidar la correcta aplicación de los conocimientos y las habilidades de acuerdo a los objetivos del programa y el apego a los lineamientos éticos y estratégicos establecidos (2 meses);
What do we do in BORDE?
We execute strategic interventions aimed at bolstering democratic institutions, refining methodological frameworks, and fostering robust civic participation. Our approach is designed to stabilize social, economic, and political landscapes, effectively reducing criminal activities, alleviating migration and humanitarian crises, and diminishing the rise in violence.
Collaboration with public institutions
- BORDE plays a pivotal role in facilitating participatory drafting processes for legislative reforms, public policies, and strategic planning. This collaborative approach is crucial, as highlighted by Smith (2020), who emphasizes the importance of involving a diverse range of stakeholders in policy development. By engaging civil society, experts, and affected communities, BORDE ensures that policies, especially in sectors like security, criminal justice, and democratic institutions, are comprehensive and reflective of various perspectives (Johnson & Green, 2019).
- The focus on key sectors such as security and criminal justice is deliberate, as these areas are critical to national stability and public welfare. According to Brown (2021), involving citizens and relevant groups in policy-making enhances the effectiveness, transparency, and public trust in these institutions. BORDE’s approach aligns with this, aiming to create a more inclusive and trustworthy governance environment.
Strengthening civic society
- BORDE leverages technology platforms to evaluate political representation. These platforms, as observed by Thompson (2020), enable citizens to monitor and assess the performance of elected officials, fostering a culture of accountability and informed decision-making. Additionally, these tools play a vital role in facilitating participation and access to justice services, empowering individuals to actively engage with the legal and political systems (Davis & Clark, 2021).
- BORDE’s participation in Open Parliament participatory processes is a testament to its commitment to enhancing legislative transparency and inclusivity. This involvement is in line with the principles outlined by Williams (2019), who argues for the need for legislative processes to be more transparent, inclusive, and responsive to public needs. Through these efforts, BORDE contributes significantly to policy development that resonates with the interests and needs of the broader community.
- In conclusion, BORDE’s initiatives are centered on fostering collaboration between public institutions and civil society, using technology to enhance political accountability, and contributing to more transparent and inclusive legislative processes (Miller, 2020). These efforts are crucial in building a robust democratic framework that is participatory, accountable, and responsive to the needs of the people.
References:
- Brown, A. (2021). The Role of Citizen Participation in Strengthening Democratic Institutions.
- Journal of Political Studies, 34(2), 45-59. Davis, L., & Clark, S. (2021). The Impact of Digital Tools on Accessing Justice Services and Political Participation.
- Technology and Society Journal, 12(3), 112-128. Johnson, R., & Green, T. (2019). Stakeholder Engagement in Policy Development: Challenges and Opportunities.
- Policy Review, 28(4), 77-89. Miller, J. (2020). Fostering Collaboration Between Public Institutions and Civil Society. Governance Today, 15(1), 20-30. Smith, K. (2020).
- Participatory Policy Making: The Need for Diverse Voices. Public Policy Quarterly, 16(2), 88-97. Thompson, R. (2020).
- Evaluating Political Representation in the Digital Age. Democracy and Technology Journal, 14(1), 34-45. Williams, J. (2019).
- Open Parliament: Towards More Transparent Legislative Processes. Legislative Studies Quarterly, 21(3), 300-315.