Deliberation Nation. Australia's First Citizens Parliament

The documentary, titled 'Deliberation Nation', follows some of the participants and their journey of highs and lows through the Citizens' Parliament event, revealing the intensity of deliberations that took place during the process, as participants grapple with complex issues of nationhood and how the Australian democracy could be made better. The documentary ends in an emotional and moving climax with the members of the Citizens' Parliament delivering their key findings. The process of the Citizens' Parliament is highlighted as a resilient process of random selection, bringing together a diverse cross section of everyday citizens to share their knowledge and expertise.
Associate Professor Kaye Shumack
School of Humanities and Communication Arts
University of Western Sydney