Positive Outcome Stories – Global Democracy Coalition

Celebrating the Impact of Democracy: Stories of Success from Around the World

Our latest advocacy campaign, “The Voice and Value of Democracy,” launched at the Copenhagen Democracy Summit on May 14 with the slogan #ThankYouDemocracy, highlights the transformative power of democracy in building fair and inclusive societies.

We are excited to present a series of positive outcome stories that showcase the remarkable achievements and innovations of our Coalition partners in 2023-2024. These stories illustrate the meaningful ways democracy is being strengthened across the globe, from enhancing political participation and representation to improving transparency and combating disinformation.

Each story will detail unique efforts to address critical challenges facing democratic societies today. Whether it’s a community organization increasing political representation among marginalized groups or an activist leading the fight against disinformation, these narratives demonstrate democracy’s adaptability and resilience.

Why These Stories Matter: Demonstrating Change and Impact

By highlighting successful outcomes such as policy reforms, legal victories, and empowered communities, this series showcases democracy’s capacity to bring about meaningful change. These stories not only celebrate achievements but also inspire others to champion democratic values and practices worldwide.

The Latest Story Release:

Pen America: Anti-Book Ban Coalition Successfully Halting Educational Censorship Law

Texas has become a key battleground for book bans, and PEN America has been at the forefront of the fight to preserve access to literature. Through its partnership with the Texas Freedom to Read Project (TX FTRP), PEN America has invested in building a coalition of educators, librarians, and advocates to push back against censorship. Their efforts helped stop HB 900, a law limiting book access in schools.

Read the full story here.

All of the Positive Outcome Stories: