Democracy & participation
Bring your question into the debate.
Would you like to suggest a topic, take part in a survey or offer your expertise? The official OPD website describes each route and the requirements for taking part.
Distinguish an account, an application and approval
To get started, create an account on opd-deutschland.org and confirm your email address. You can then submit a membership application. The board reviews it; having an account alone does not mean your membership has been approved. After approval, you can take part in member surveys open to you. Read each survey's participation conditions and deadlines. Your account shows the status of your application.
Contribute topics or expertise
A proposal should explain its subject and why it deserves discussion. You can also support approved proposals. Support makes interest visible, but it replaces neither editorial review nor a survey. The OPD website has a separate route for offering professional expertise or volunteer work. Describe your skills and the task you would like to take on so the association can assess your enquiry.
Good to know
YOUR QUESTIONS.
Can I apply for membership here?
Applications are handled through the official OPD website. Its getting involved page explains account creation, the application and review.
Does every proposal become a survey?
Editors first review proposals for clarity, relevance and suitability. Support alone does not determine what happens next.
How can I offer to help?
Use the expertise and volunteering page on opd-deutschland.org. The site also provides direct contact with the association for other questions.
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