How can modern technologies and the internet help legislators engage with citizens and become more responsive to their wants and needs? This was the focus of a two-day training for members of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, held on 20-21 November 2025 in Tashkent.

The event was organized by the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan in cooperation with the In-service Training Centre for Journalists.

The main goal was to demonstrate how digital tools can help parliamentarians better understand public opinion, take citizens’ ideas and suggestions into account when developing legislation, and discuss parliamentary work openly and effectively. Participants acquired new skills in managing information produced by their press services to make it clearer, more accessible, and more transparent.

The training also covered how open data and social media allow citizens to be actively involved in decision-making processes, and how to protect the information space from fake news and other harmful content. Participants analyzed real-life cases and engaged in practical exercises to develop joint solutions to pressing challenges.

The training helped parliamentarians to develop online communication that ensures everyone’s voice is heard.

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