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World Forum for Democracy 2026: Call for initiatives CLOSED
The World Forum for Democracy called for expressions of interest from innovative initiatives, from all over the world, aiming at enhancing democracy and contributing to sustainable peace. We received so many applications - Thank you all for your interest in the World Forum for Democracy. The Call...
Democracy Innovation Award 2025: and the winner is...
Today, at the closing session of the World Forum for Democracy, the Council of Europe announced that the winner of its Democracy Innovation Award is MyPolis Citizenship Agents, Portugal (Idea session 6) Three initiatives out of the 21 at the Forum were shortlisted for the final vote:...
The 2025 World Forum for Democracy has concluded. See you next year!
Après plusieurs jours de débats animés et d’échanges inspirants, le Forum mondial de la démocratie 2025 vient officiellement de se clôturer à Strasbourg. Cette édition a une fois de plus réuni des dirigeants, des militants, des chercheurs et des citoyens du monde entier pour réfléchir à l’avenir...
Plenary Session 4 - Learning from history: strengthening Democracy
This session co-organised with the Observatory on History Teaching in Europe sought to explore history’s role in nurturing informed citizens and safeguarding the future of democracy. How has democracy been understood and taught through history? From Athens to today, each era shapes our view of...
Opening Session of the 13th World Forum for Democracy 2025
Secretary General of the Council of Europe Alain Berset welcomed the participants to the opening session of the 13th World Forum for Democracy this morning. Theodoros Rousopoulos, President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and Dr Jonathan Attard, Minister of Justice and...
Time for Ideas – World Forum for Democracy 2025
This morning, seven “Time for Ideas” sessions invited participants to explore today’s most pressing democratic challenges. Each session combined concise presentations by academics, policymakers, and experts with the showcase of three innovative initiatives. These sessions, designed to encourage...
Time for Action – World Forum for Democracy 2025
This afternoon, seven “Time for Action” sessions sought to turn ideas into practical solutions. These breakout sessions addressed specific democracy challenges through brainstorming and discussions with the audience. Guided by facilitators and experts, participants debated a range of possible...
Time for Creativity at the World Forum for Democracy
At the World Forum for Democracy 2025, participants were invited to pause debate and embrace imagination with "Time for Creativity" — an afternoon dedicated to art, storytelling, film and connection. Taking place on 6 November 2025 (16:00–17:30) at the Palais de l’Europe, this session transforms...
Music is a Force: Legendary Gogol Bordello to perform at the World Forum for Democracy
Music and artistic freedom are essential parts of democracy and can be a strong force to inspire, mobilise and defend fundamental values. This 13th edition World Forum for Democracy will feature a special guest: the legendary New York-based band Gogol Bordello. With Ukraine’s sovereignty and...
Plenary Session 3 – What Future for Citizen Participation?
Plenary session 3 "What Future for Citizen Participation?" just wrapped up. When citizens disengage, democracy weakens. This session explored how tools like deliberative forums and citizens’ assemblies can rebuild trust and revive democratic life. Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O’Flaherty...
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