WHAT DO WE WANT?

The reflections included in the visions have as aim to increase the quality of life and the well-being of Feirense citizens, envisioning the future of the city/Municipality through the lens of citizens' perceptions of space and how people can make the most of it in a fair, sustainable, inclusive and environmentally friendly way. In this way, the need for a means of communication between the citizen and the public administration is highlighted for the implementation of a collaborative and participatory process that can include the following tools:

• Diverse meetings and events with the various local agents and citizens;
• Training in citizen participation methodologies for citizens, civil servants and elected officials;
• Thematic exhibitions with local issues and/or inspiring international practices;
• Specific workshops and digital simulations, matching the expectations;
• Suggestion box;
• Safari tours and photovoice on specific themes with informal groups of citizens, to give information and gather citizens’ suggestions, perceptions and identity/emotional connections;
• Engage schools and parents in local active participation;
• Awareness campaigns addressed to the general public; 
• Digital platform to promote democratic participation;
• Creation of the Citizen Participation Office.

The visions express that the involvement of citizens in the processes of local democratic participation should not be an end, but a continuous process of improvement of methods and tools of participation, with a view to building a sustainable territory, where local identity prevails, as well as the satisfaction and the quality of life of its inhabitants.