Participatory+Culture

How would you define participatory culture? What does it look like, feel like?

Definition: (looks like...)
 * Everyone contributing, environment is welcoming participation
 * Encouraged to contribute
 * Everyone's input is equally valued. no heirarchy
 * Critique and "push back" welcomed
 * Optional participants and observers are welcomed
 * Ongoing - no set beginning or end
 * Personal initiative needed
 * People have to step outside the comfort zone
 * Tends to limit dominant attitudes in conversations
 * Can be in person or virtual (feelings of safety of the participant may vary in the two settings)
 * Unique voices are heard that may not have been heard before
 * Mutual respect develops and appreciation is developed through the participation while limiting resentment

Feels....
 * overwhelming at first
 * begin to feel equality and that you won't be judged.
 * energizing
 * inspiring
 * like accomplishments actually occur