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Common definitions of terms that are used in eParticipation contexts are collected. The glossary terms are derived from joint discussion in DEMO-net. You can further contribute to shaping definitions of terms via the DEMO-net Wiki (registration required).
1. Empowerment
Empowerment refers to the placement of the final decision in the hands of the public, e.g. legally binding referenda.
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2. ePetition
ePetition means the use of the Internet to launch a petition on a matter of general interest with the invitation to support it. A petition will be automatically submitted to the Parliaments.
See also: Tools/ePetition tools
Source(s):
DEMO_net. Interoperability requirements and standards in eParticipation. Deliverable, DEMO_net Consortium, to appear in 2008.
ePart2011 - Deadline extended to 14 April 2011
