Better decisions start with better tools. DemocracyFirst develops digital services, solutions, and expertise that help people and organizations make fairer, smarter, and more transparent decisions together.
Services
Intro
DemocracyFirst develops technology and expertise to make decision-making fairer, smarter, and more inclusive. We create digital tools that help people, organizations, and governments make informed decisions together. All revenues are fully reinvested in the development and maintenance of our platforms — with no profit motive.
Platform-Based Services
OpinionFirst provides the foundation for new civic and organizational applications. Using our technology, we can quickly build tailored solutions for governments, institutions, and communities. Examples include:
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- Digital certification systems for exams, voting, or verification.
- Survey and polling tools for citizens, customers, or employees.
- Consultation platforms for municipalities and civic organizations.
- Market research dashboards with democratic transparency.
- Crowdsourcing modules for collecting ideas and insights.
- Report and publication builders for collaborative journalism or NGOs.
- Representation tools like interactive maps, graphs, and visual networks.
We welcome partnerships to co-create new applications that strengthen participation and trust.
Advisory and Education Services
Beyond technology, DemocracyFirst provides expertise and training. We support organizations, schools, and governments in developing participatory and transparent decision-making processes. Our services include:
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- Civic innovation consulting – designing digital participation and trust systems.
- Workshops & training – on decision-making, civic tech, and online democracy.
- Educational partnerships – teaching democracy in practice through real engagement.
- Data insights & analytics – anonymized analysis on participation and engagement trends.
All services are delivered ethically and in full compliance with GDPR.
Partnerships
DemocracyFirst actively seeks cooperation with partners who share our mission of strengthening participation, transparency, and civic trust. We collaborate with:
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- NGOs and civil society organizations
- Local, national, and international governments
- Educational and research institutions
- Media and press organizations
- Technology providers and open-source communities
- Foundations and philanthropic partners
Do you have an idea or initiative that aligns with our mission? Let’s explore it together.
Mobile Services
OpinionFirst is always active — new topics, proposals, and votes appear every day. Our mobile services keep you informed about the issues that matter most to you. Simply choose your interests and receive relevant updates directly on your device.
Minimal Advertising
We aim to keep OpinionFirst free from commercial advertising. Where sponsorships occur, they are transparent and aligned with public interest.
In Summary
DemocracyFirst combines technology, insight, and collaboration to help people make informed decisions together. Interested in working with us? Contact us — and let’s build a fairer world together.
📩 Interested in one of our services? Contact us: info@democracyfirst.nl