Guide: Polis for Participants

How does Polis work?

Polis uses maths (algorithms) to see where people agree and disagree on issues. It groups people into clusters based on how they vote and not who they are. This helps set priorities fairly. If there are demographic statements, these help cluster groups based on specific characteristics, e.g. age, location, gender etc. Read the XR Polis privacy info here.

The most powerful part: Polis highlights statements that different groups agree on, and where they disagree. Learning where people's opinions align, allows for fairer and more acceptable decision making. More info the history and use of Polis here.

Adding Your Own Statements

This is your chance to contribute new ideas to the poll for everyone else to vote on. Use clear and concise wording, limited to 140 characters. Your statement shouldn't be a question that requires anything more than a simple response! Remember, people will be replying with 'Agree', 'Disagree' or 'Pass / Unsure'.

What Happens Next

How Polis Respects Your Privacy

Moderation

There are trained dedicated Moderators for every Polis poll. They help keep the poll simple and ensure protection of privacy.

Sometimes participants add statements that have two options, in which case Moderators will reword this into two statements, both of which can be voted on. There may be repetition of ideas; Moderators will reject those statements that are too similar.

To view rejected statements and reasons why they've been rejected by Moderators, join the Polis Support broadcast on Telegram app.


If you have any questions or need support - contact the UK Assemblies Team


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Created 11 May 2025 19:07:07 by Ned
Updated 3 June 2025 16:13:42 by Ned