Transforming Public Procurement for People and the Planet
This year more than ever, we’re aware of what’s at stake for democracy, and how elections impact public trust in…
Theme: Elections
How can the DSA Guidelines on Election Integrity be improved?
The recently published European Commission’s draft guidelines for Providers of Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search…
Building Resilience Against Election Influence Operations
In 2024, nearly half of the world’s population is heading to the polls. One of the biggest of these contests…
Evidence Briefer: Political Parties and Opposition to Democratic Erosion
Political parties can be key actors in the prevention and disruption of democratic erosion. Scholars have documented strategies political parties…
Political polarization characterizes Belgium ahead of the elections
Election campaign in the light of the EU Council Presidency Elections will be held in Belgium on June 9, 2024…
Federalism as a Foreign Policy Tool: An Introduction to its Multidimensionality
This article represents the first part of a series of three, which examines the concept of federalism as related to…
The Alma Cívica organization seeks to recognize and reward volunteering in Paraguay
Volunteering in Paraguay is a key driver to promote the development of communities and actively encourage the participation of young…
Serbian activist protests against electoral fraud: This is how the people fight for democracy
Currently, autocrats around the world are seeking inspiration from Serbia, where electoral fraud and manipulation have contributed to strengthening President…
Identifying systemic risks for civic discourse and electoral processes and related mitigation measures under EU’s Digital Services Act
The Digital Services Act (DSA) mandates that Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs), such as Facebook, and Very Large Online Search…
Operationalizing the Chain of Harm: Co-design Workshop Guidance
The methodological notes below provide guidance for the implementation of the International Foundation for Electoral System’s (IFES’s) Chain of Harm…