FAQS

An Engagement is an ongoing process that requires citizen participation. You will be able to view these on the homepage and engagements tab on the main header menu.

The AU Citizen Engagement Platform was developed to strengthen citizen participation in African Union policy processes and to create a more inclusive governance approach. It aims to bridge the gap between AU institutions and African citizens, ensuring that policies and initiatives reflect the needs and aspirations of the people they serve.

An engagement activity on the CEP refers to specific ways citizens can participate in an engagement. These activities include surveys, polls, events, document consultations, and resource sharing. Each activity is designed to gather input, share information, or facilitate direct interaction between citizens and AU institutions.

Multiple stakeholders gain from the AU Citizen Engagement Platform: citizens gain a voice in continental governance, AU institutions receive valuable public input to inform their work, civil society organizations can amplify their advocacy, and member states benefit from more inclusive regional policies that address citizen needs and priorities.

The goal is to benefit all African citizens, with a specific emphasis on empowering youth and women who aspire to actively participate in shaping the continent's agenda and influencing policy decisions.

An engagement on the CEP is a structured consultation process on a specific policy, initiative, or topic led by an AU institution. Engagements typically progress through different phases (e.g., information sharing, consultation, feedback) and can include multiple activities like surveys, events, and document sharing to facilitate citizen participation.

The platform provides features such as surveys, document and proposal consultations, events that help citizens participate in various engagements happening on the continent. Beyond these features citizens can also subscribe for newsletters, make proposal on engagements, follow news, and participate on forums.

Citizens can provide comments and feedback on AU policies and initiatives. They can also monitor the implementation of regional and national policies, strategies, and initiatives. Policymakers can use the platform to engage stakeholders and establish continuous involvement on policy matters.

The main objective of CEP is to ensure the active participation of African citizens in policymaking processes. It provides access to information, such as draft policies, development initiatives, and scheduled consultations, allowing citizens to offer direct comments and feedback.

An Engagement activity is a way or method by which citizens can contribute their opinions to shape policies and initiatives. The Citizen Engagement Platform (CEP) has surveys, polls, events, document consultation and proposals as featured engagement activities.