Democratic Dialogue

Democratic Dialogue was set up in 1995, in the wake of the paramilitary ceasefires, as a 'think tank' geared to stimulating fresh approaches to the political problems of Northern Ireland, as well as addressing long-neglected economic, social and cultural questions. DD benefited greatly from the experience of the independent Opsahl Commission of 1992-93, which demonstrated an untapped appetite in Northern Ireland for broader political participation and a willingness to engage with issues in a rational way. DD ceased operation in 2008(?). The Director of DD went on to help establish Platform for Change in 2009. See: List of publications.