ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Justified representation

Imagine you have a group of friends who all want to choose what to do on a Saturday. You all have different ideas, but you want to make sure that everyone's ideas are considered before making the final decision.

This is where justified representation comes in. It's a way of making sure that everyone's opinions and ideas are taken into account, and that no one person or group dominates the decision-making process.

To do this, you might appoint one person to represent each different idea. These people would then take turns sharing their ideas and explaining why they think they're a good option.

As they share their ideas, the other members of the group can ask questions and offer their own thoughts and opinions. Together, you can all discuss and debate which idea is the best one to go with.

By having each idea represented and giving everyone a chance to speak and be heard, you can make a decision that is more fair and inclusive of everyone's needs and desires.