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Explore the potential implementation of a council system in the Fediverse in this thought-provoking 42-minute conference talk. Delve into the question of how to establish democratic decision-making processes within decentralized social media platforms. Examine the challenges of organizing communication, choosing a "form of government" for digital spaces, and addressing differences in organization and outcomes. Consider the application of council system principles to the Fediverse as a possible solution. Join network philosopher Leena Simon as she applies insights from the "analog age" to digital topics, offering reflections, hypotheses, and food for thought on creating a more democratic social media landscape.