MBC launches first Digital Democracy Awards for LGUs

01 August 2024 – The Makati Business Club (MBC), in partnership with USAID Philippines, is thrilled to announce its first Digital Democracy Awards. 

This will recognize local government units’ (LGUs) outstanding practices in strengthening citizen participation in government decision-making through the use of online technology. 

The awards will recognize LGUs for their outstanding efforts in fostering high-quality citizen participation through digital tools, effectively translating community feedback into actual policies, and demonstrating strong leadership in digital democracy initiatives. Moreover, they will also acknowledge the LGUs with quality public communication initiatives, rigorous data stewardship practices, and innovative solutions towards digital inclusion.

About #MBCDigitalDemocracy

With the rapid digitalization spurred by technological advancements and the pandemic, LGUs have increasingly relied on online tools to deliver services to their citizens. Since 2020, MBC’s Digital Democracy project has been assisting cities throughout the country in consulting their citizens using online tools. Cities such as Pasig, Iligan, Intramuros, Legazpi, Victorias, and Himamaylan have engaged their constituents on various topics including mobility, transportation, small businesses, mental health, and youth-led projects. This year, MBC trained nine more cities on implementing their own digital democracy projects.

How to apply

1. All interested City LGUs that have implemented a digital democracy initiative in 2023-2024 are eligible to apply for the awards.
2. Access the entry kit for the mechanics – bit.ly/DDAwardsEntryKit
3. Submit your online application via Google Forms – bit.ly/DigitalDemocracyAwardsForm
4. Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2024.
5. The awarding ceremony will take place on November 15, 2024.
   
   

For inquiries or concerns, you may contact geeta.keswani@mbc.com.ph and sheena.valenzuela@mbc.com.ph

Learn more about MBC’s Digital Democracy: https://mbc.com.ph/digitaldemocracy/