by Frederic Hanusch (Editor), Anna Katsman (Editor)
The 17 essays in this volume investigate potentials for democratizing democracies. From finding faith to reclaiming the commons, each essay aims to plant a seed, which carries the promise of democratic potentials. Dealing with topics like planetary change, AI, and plural knowledge systems, the book acts as an inspiration, calling for unorthodox, compassionate, and experimental approaches. It is an invitation to cultivate democratic futures that are as diverse, resilient, and vibrant as the societies they aim to serve.
Author Biography
Frederic Hanusch is a fellow at THE NEW INSTITUTE in Hamburg and co-founder and scientific manager of the »Panel on Planetary Thinking« at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen as well as co-convener of the Earth System Governance Project's Working Group on Democracy.
Anna Katsman (Dr.) is academic director at THE NEW INSTITUTE.
Number of Pages: 208
Publication Date: June 02, 2026
