Danish parties united for more female voices in local politics
Women aspire to engage in politics but often face significant structural challenges when running for local elections. This holds true…
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When a dictator holds elections, it is for their own gain
In 2024, half of the world’s population will vote in elections. In some countries, we can follow with excitement. In…
Is it with hope or despair that we embark on 2024?
Mathias Parsbaek Skibdal, Acting Director, shares his thoughts on the global state of democracy, reflecting on the previous year while…
Democracy education for democratic societies
Half of the world’s population is under 30, but they have little say over the decisions that shape their future.…
Mental wellbeing of politicians matters for democracy
Politicians are under enormous pressure. Citizens and the media monitor their work at all times as it should be in…
Demo Finland brings the voice of young people to the Summit for Democracy
In March, the third international Summit for Democracy will bring together heads of state as well as representatives of civil…
Six Ways to Democratise City Planning — New DemocracyNext Report
The Hague, Netherlands — DemocracyNext, a research and action institute founded by former OECD analysts at the forefront of international…
A Tree, a Roof, a Tent: Spatial Models for a New Democratic Paradigm
The essay argues that the current perception of democracy as simply voting in elections is a recent and limited understanding.…
Inauthentic Behaviour on TikTok – Concerning Accounts Supporting the AfD and Rassemblement National
A review of political discourse on TikTok suggests that the party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is supported by a significant…
Civil society fights global human rights, governance and climate failures
In its 13th annual State of Civil Society Report, Johannesburg-based CIVICUS details how powerful states selectively chose to respect international…