Amplifying citizens’ voice in global governance – Why we need inclusive deliberation processes to solve 21st century challenges

Complex, dynamic, and interconnected global challenges demand novel ways of thinking about problem solving, accountability, and collaboration. Modern technology offers a unique window of opportunity to reconnect with citizens and to rebuild trust through inclusive global governance. This chapter highlights the relevance of deliberative quality in international organizations to warrant citizen trust, accountability, legitimacy, and efficiency. It calls for a reform of the deliberation and decision-making processes in international organizations by including citizen voice and feedback more centrally to make global governance more inclusive and more just.