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Participatory Budgeting in Germany – A Review of Empirical Findings

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  • Sebastian H. Schneider
  • Stefan Busse

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Participatory budgeting (PB) is one of the most popular democratic innovations worldwide. PB is connected with high stakes regarding mobilizing political inactive citizens, efficient and effective budgetary policy as well as positive effects on citizens (e.g., civic education, democratic attitudes). However, in many Western countries empirical evidence for such benefits is scarce. This also holds for Germany. Since the conduction of PB demands financial and personnel resources, a thorough evaluation is necessary. This article systematically summarizes the current state of research to make the literature on PB in Germany accessible to international scholars as well as political and administrative practitioners. It focusses on the context (which municipalities conduct PB and why), process (role of local administration and council, participation, deliberation), and outcome/impact dimension (outcomes and impact on policies and citizens). To conclude, further research venues are briefly outlined, followed by an outlook on PBs future and practical implications.

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  • Sebastian H. Schneider & Stefan Busse, 2019. "Participatory Budgeting in Germany – A Review of Empirical Findings," International Journal of Public Administration, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 42(3), pages 259-273, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:lpadxx:v:42:y:2019:i:3:p:259-273
    DOI: 10.1080/01900692.2018.1426601
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