Humanizing Democracy: Reflections from the Athens Democracy Forum
There is something humbling about discussing the future of democracy in the city that gave the idea its name. Athens…
Theme: Democracy
Support for Democracy—but also Strongmen—Is Rising in Latin America
After more than a decade of steady erosion, support for democracy in Latin America appears to be rebounding. Sixty-five percent…
The Global State of Democracy 2026: Democracy in an Age of Conflict
In the face of increasing political and societal fragmentation, the Global State of Democracy 2026 explains the patterns that define…
Key insights: Cost of politics in Asia Pacific
In many countries, the high cost of politics and lack of access to campaign finances have far-reaching implications that go…
RightsCon Cancellation Frames Difficult Questions That Go Well Beyond International Gatherings
When the Zambian government canceled RightsCon, the world’s leading summit on human rights in the digital age, one week before its opening,…
When Citizens Shape Change
Stand at a busy intersection may notice something that would have seemed improbable only a few years ago. Traffic still…
Inauthentic news networks on Telegram: What we found during Hungary’s 2026 elections
Telegram is Europe’s overlooked disinformation hub. While Facebook and X face increasing pressure from regulators, governments, and the public, Telegram…
Trade and Democracy: Data show the EU trades more easily with democratic than autocratic countries
As the European Union accelerates efforts to conclude trade agreements with new partners amid US tariff pressure and geopolitical instability,…
Reclaiming Democracy: Nairobi forum underscores urgency of reform, inclusion and civic action
Global Democracy Coalition amplifies calls for inclusive systems in light of concerns over corruption, authoritarianism, and shrinking civic space. Stakeholders…
Semaine de la société civile ukrainienne : Une semaine, quatre événements, Paris & en ligne
Une présentation du programme conjoint de PADEM et de l’Organisation pour les mouvements non violents, du 26 juin au 3…