Foundation for Democratic Advancement

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Foundation for Democractic Advancement

Summary of the FDA

An advocate for the public on issues of democracy.
The Foundation for Democratic Advancement was founded in 2007 in order to encourage the advancement/improvement of western democracy. The goals of the FDA are to advance the education of western (and non-western) people about democracy, and encourage democratic advancement in western countries and around the world. (For a more in-depth explanation of the FDPA's goals please see the FDA's cause.)
The FDA is a Canadian national non-partisan, not-for-profit organization, with international scope. It is presently in the process of being registered as a Canadian national charity. The FDA has no affiliation with any political party or organization, or corporate/private interests.
The Foundation relies largely on donations from individuals and organizations. If you believe in the cause of democratic advancement, please send us a donation. And if you are interested in getting involved directly in this cause, please consider becoming a member of the FDA.

Recent Studies of Evaluative Democracy

Albera election studies:

2007 Lethbridge Municipal Election

2008 Alberta Provincial Election

Canadian election studies:

2008 Federal Election Kootenay-Columbia riding

2008 Cranbrook Mayoral Election

U.S. election studies:

2008 US Presidential Election

Asia studies:

2008 Taiwan Referendum on UN membership

2008 Bejing Olympics

Land Development studies:

Baker Mountain Land Development

Upcoming Studies of Evaluative Democracy

2009 BC Provincial Election:
An FDA panel will evaluate and rank/grade the BC political parties, and the candidates running in the Kootenay riding.
The BC political parties will be evaluated/ranked/graded based on basic provincial priorities of British Columbians. The candidates in the Kootenay riding will be evaluated/ranked/graded based on their backgrounds and visions, and four key policy areas--economy, health, environment, and social service.
A summary and full quality of life assessment report will be posted online.

Jumbo Glacier Land Development Issue:
A 12-person FDA panel will do a quality of life assessment on the controversial 6000 hectares Jumbo land development proposal. The proposed Jumbo Glacier Resort is situated in the Central Purcell Mountains on two district lots and crown lands, 55 kilometers from Invermere, British Columbia, Canada.
Map of Jumbo Glacier Resort: Jumbo Glacier (pdf file)
Jumbo Glacier Master Plan document: Jumbo Glacier (pdf file)
A decision on the proposal to development Jumbo Valley has been delayed for now 17 years, due to a constant public outcry against developing the valley, due primarily to the environmental consequences, such as prime Grizzly habitat and outdoor recreational area for hiking enthusiasts etc.,
No quality of life assessment has been done on the proposal.
A 12-person FDA panel will determine, with public input, the degree to which the Jumbo Glacier Resort adds or detracts from the existing quality of life and sanctity of the Jumbo surrounding area, and to what degree.
Five quality of life issues will be assessed:
Water quality
Air quality
Protection of environment and its beauty
Access to outdoor recreation
Rural living without the pollution, overcrowding, and crime of urban areas
Sustainable employment
This FDA assessment will provide a logical basis to approach quality of life in other land development issues, and be an example of both public decision-making under an Evaluative Democratic system and a land development evaluation which examines development itself. Also, this is the second quality of life assessment by the FDA; the first assessment was the proposed Baker Mountain Land Development.
A summary and full quality of life assessment report will be posted online.

Year End Review:
The FDA will evaluate all the 2008 studies, and produce a report on condition of democracy in 2008.
A summary and full report will be posted online by December 31, 2008.

Notes from Public Presentations

FDA Lethbridge Public Library (July 12, 2007):
Main Points from the FDA Lethbridge Presentation

Public Input

1. Submission (July 30, 2007):
Discussion on Evaluative Democracy

Articles on Contemporary Democracy:
Is Technocracy the real future?

Donations

The Foundation for Democratic Advancement is dependent on grants and public donations. If you believe in the cause of advancing western democracy, please donate. (You will receive a tax receipt and the annual report from the FDA.) Moreover, donations can be directed to promote democractic advancement in a particular country. If relevant, please specify which country you would like your donation to be used in to promote democratic advancement.
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For cheque or money order donations, please send cheque or money order to:
Foundation for Democratic Advancement
PO Box 42
Kimberley, BC
Canada, V1A 2Y5
Please make cheque or money order payable to "Foundation for Democratic Advancement".
All donations will be used to further the cause of advancing western democracy, by educating the public through research and studies on democratic political systems, public presentation/discussions, and articles and reports.