PEOPLE POWERED Democracy Stories Lab

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16.06.2026
PEOPLE POWERED Democracy Stories Lab

Calling All Creators

What would the future look like if people had a real say in the decisions that shape their lives?

We're launching the Democracy Stories Lab: an open call for creators anywhere in the world to share visual stories about collective decision-making, voice, fairness, and power.

We're looking for short videos, illustrations, and graphics that open up new conversations about democracy in unexpected ways. Whether you work in comedy, art, civic tech, gaming, or community organizing — if you have something new to say about what democracy means and a creative way to say it, this call is for you.

Content can be original or already published, as long as it's yours and aligns with the call's narrative frameworks.

Awards

Four winners will receive $1,000 each. Five honorable mentions will receive $500 each. Winners will also have their work amplified across the People Powered and Democracy Narratives Alliance networks and featured in a global screening event.

Key dates

  • Applications open: July 14, 2026
  • Submission deadline: September 14, 2026
  • Winners announced: October–November, 2026
The application form will be available on the Democracy Stories Lab page starting July 14. If you are receiving this, you are likely already on our mailing list, but if not, subscribe to our newsletter to be notified when the applications open.
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The Democracy Stories Lab is an initiative of People Powered, in partnership with the Democracy Narratives Alliance. It was voted into existence through PP Decides, People Powered's own participatory budgeting process with member
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