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Valencia Launches €16M VLCParticipa Initiative for Citizen-Driven Projects

The new participatory budgeting program simplifies processes, enhances inclusivity, and introduces a 'vote against' option to strengthen democratic decision-making.

Presentación de los presupuestos participativos de València.
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Overview

  • VLCParticipa allocates €16 million across Valencia's 19 districts, with an initial €160,000 per district and safeguards for equitable distribution.
  • The program simplifies proposal submissions via a user-friendly website requiring only domicile and age details, eliminating prior registration.
  • A new 'vote against' feature allows citizens to reject specific proposals, adding a layer of social feedback before project execution.
  • The initiative includes comprehensive outreach campaigns and technical support to boost participation, particularly in underrepresented neighborhoods.
  • The four-phase process begins with proposal collection on April 29, followed by support gathering, technical validation, and final voting starting in September.