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Inclusive political participation is a cornerstone of democratic governance. It affirms that democracy is dependent on its citizens and that this ownership is expressed through meaningful participation by and representation of all citizens in democratic institutions and processes. Underpinning all this is the idea that every citizen, regardless of class, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, group, culture, and ethnic or religious background, should have equal rights and opportunity to engage with and contribute to the functioning of these institutions and processes.