I am researcher trying to figure out if all this web 2.0 noise can be directed to do something that connects to formal democracy. I am exploring tensions between formal and informal participation, online and offline engagement and generally trying out ways to get people engaged with democracy. You can read more about the specific research project here. I believe there is a real need to try and introduce some structure and reflection into how we are figuring out the process of using the social web to help democracy work better and this is why I am working on my PHD in this field.
I also get to combine theory with practice as my ‘day job’ as Operations Director at Public-i means that I am working on local government edemocracy projects every day and getting to see some of these research ideas in practice. My contact details are on the site if you want to connect to ‘work me’.
This blog is a research diary as I try and capture learning and experiences along the way. I imagine you will find some less philospohical commentary as well!
It should also be noted that this is my personal blog and should not be taken as the views of Public-i.
