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The aim is to identify and discuss criteria for evaluating mechanisms in participatory budgeting.

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March 16, 2026Open Access

Designing Mechanisms for Participatory Budgeting

Key Points

The aim is to identify and discuss criteria for evaluating mechanisms in participatory budgeting.
Introduced several criteria for participatory budgeting mechanisms
Discussed the impact of each criterion on design
Analyzed how different criteria can influence the effectiveness of budgeting mechanisms
Outlined appealing criteria for participatory budgeting mechanisms
Emphasized the importance of these criteria in designing effective PB systems
Indicated that the choice of criteria can significantly affect stakeholder engagement and budget outcomes

Abstract

When seeking for suitable mechanisms for participatory budgeting (PB), one has to decide on which criteria to assess them. In this paper, I present several appealing criteria for PB mechanisms. I briefly introduce each of them and discuss their impact on the design of PB mechanisms.

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