Civic Engagement and Democracy: A Reception on State and Local Innovation

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Strengthening civic engagement and democratic governance depends on practical, locally driven solutions. Meridian International Center, in partnership with the Federation for Innovation in Democracy (FIDE)–North America, will host Civic Engagement and Democracy: A Reception on State and Local Solutions, a discussion focused on state and local approaches in the United States and abroad to strengthen civic engagement, improve government effectiveness, and support bipartisan dialogue.

The reception will convene senior state and local officials, democracy practitioners, and experts to exchange perspectives on how civic engagement tools—including citizens’ assemblies—can help inform policymaking and governance.

For more information, please contact forums@meridian.org.

About the Meridian Center for State and Local Diplomacy

The Meridian Center for State and Local Diplomacy helps governors, mayors, and local officials in the United States and around the world navigate and shape the global dynamics that increasingly affect their communities. From trade and foreign investment to international risks and partnerships, the Center provides tools and networks to strengthen subnational diplomacy.

Through trusted convenings, peer exchanges, and cross-sector collaboration, Meridian ensures that local voices are represented in global conversations and that local communities benefit from international opportunities.