The theory of practice and democracy

The Theory and Practice of Democracy research program examines the relationship between democratic theory and practice.

It seeks to explore the democratic dynamic - the subtle and complex way theory shapes and informs practical, institutional and policy measures, and how these practical aspects of democratic governance exert reciprocal influence on democratic theories.

Projects include:

  • The Theory and Practice of Australian Democracy
  • Representative Democracy and Participation
  • Democracy and Environment
  • Democracy and Feminism.

Program Director

  • Professor Haig Patapan

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