#Research 💡 Young people are often called the “future”, yet they are rarely meaningfully involved in decision-making. 💪 In search of alternative routes, young people are developing new forms of civic engagement. Continue reading 👉 europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/misunderstan...

#EPDNetwork 🌐 🇫🇮 Finland has a long tradition of multi-party co-operation and coalition governments – phenomena which attract a lot of interest outside the country. @demofinland.bsky.social’s new policy brief presents where and how Finnish political parties cooperate. Learn more ⬇️

🎉 This week's BB ⬇️ 📘 Moldova’s Democracy | @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu 📝 Election Observation Manual 🎙️ A Global Health Check for Democracy and Civil Society 📍Inclusive Digital Europe Conference | 7 Nov 💼 We are hiring a Finance and Admin Officer 📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa

#Research 💡 🇲🇩 This Sunday's parliamentary #election will be a decisive test for #Moldova's electoral integrity and a chance to build momentum for democratic reform The latest from @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu 👉 europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/tackling-the...

#Policy💬 📢 Nepal is in the grip of its worst political crisis in years, as youth-led protests over corruption and digital freedoms have been met with lethal state violence. If you need to connect the dots, our partners from #EUSEE have just published a timeline of the events. Take a look ⬇️

💫 It is again time to reflect on all of the great stories and insights shared during #IDDBrussels 2025. This year saw the stage taken by some of the most incredible democracy and human rights advocates and experts, giving the audience a true mix of personal experiences & food for thought.

🎙️ Day 2 kicks off with welcoming messages from @eesc.bsky.social President Oliver Röpke and the Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos (@ec.europa.eu).

📌 IDD Brussels has officially started! Stay tuned for EPD's highlights! 📸 @internationalidea.bsky.social @eedemocracy.bsky.social @carnegieeurope.bsky.social #IDDBrussels #InternationalDemocracyDay #EESCPartnership #EESC

🎉 This week's BB ⬇️ 📘 Review of Ukraine’s Democratic Institutions in Times of War: Annual Report 2024 📝 How Young People Are Rewriting Democracy 🎙️ Military Electoral Machinery 📍Atlantic Council Global Citizen Awards | 24 Sep 💼 EPC is hiring Junior Policy Analyst. 📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa

📢 Save the date | European Democracy at a Crossroads Want to be part of a global gathering to discuss democracy in Europe? Sign up for the pre-programme side event of the Democracy R&D Annual Conference. Register now 👉 forms.gle/5F6hYYWdeQCF... More info 🔗 www.drd2025.org/pre-programm...

📌 This #InternationalDayOfDemocracy, we celebrate every voice that dares to speak, every action that/strengthens our communities, and every effort that makes democracy real, everywhere. Every voice matters. 📢 Every action counts. 🖇️ capacity4dev.europa.eu/projects/wyd...

#EPDNetwork 🌐 📢 How can we help young people engage in formal political processes? Here is a powerful story from @wfd.org and the Moroccan House of Representatives, highlighting an initiative to strengthen youth engagement in parliament. 🎥 Watch below ⬇️

🎉 This week's BB ⬇️ 📘 Moroccan Youth in Action 📝 Asia’s Gen Z Demands Change After Deadly Nepal Protests 🎙️ Forget FOMO, This is FIMI | @reclaimcollective.bsky.social 📍Democracy R&D Pre-programme | 14 Oct 💼 @ceps.eu is hiring! 📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa

#Policy 💬 🖋️ EPD joins the @openmarkets.bsky.social and over 50 civil society organisations and independent experts in a letter to President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu, calling for a firm and united approach to the Trump administration's escalating attacks on the EU's sovereign digital rulebook.

🗓️ It’s that time of the year again! The #SOTEU speech was delivered this morning by the @ec.europa.eu President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu. What to expect next for democracy? 🧵

#Policy💬 📢 From restrictions on gender rights advocacy in Argentina, to suppression of indigenous voices in Paraguay, current events in LATAM show regression in equality and inclusion – and an urgent need for solidarity, resistance and visibility. Read the latest from #EUSEE 🖇️ shorturl.at/DWDLC

🎉 This week's BB ⬇️ 📘 Young Africans Demand Transparency from Political Parties | @demofinland.bsky.social 📝 Democracy, AI and Electoral Processes 🎙️ Certified Course on Legislative Scrutiny and Technology | @wfd.org 📍Youth Impact Forum | 18 Sept 💼 CFI is hiring! 📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa

📌 The Global Youth Participation Index will be at IDD Brussels! ⚡ Lightning Talk: Global Youth Participation Index – how are young people shaping democracy? 18 Sept, 15:45 CET | #IDDBrussels More ➡️ gypi.epd.eu | idd-brussels.eu/agenda

#Policy💬 💻 The recently published European Commission Code of Practice for General Purposes AI systems (GPAI) might be a missed opportunity to effectively protect democratic electoral processes. Why? Our Sofia Calabrese has full details 🧵

📅 Save the Date: #IDDBrussels returns 18–19 Sept 2025! Theme: A world turned upside down: Democracy in an Age of Insecurity Details ➡️ idd-brussels.eu #InternationalDemocracyDay #EU4Democracy @internationalidea.bsky.social @eedemocracy.bsky.social

#EPDNetwork🌐 📢 In recent years, youth in several sub-Saharan countries have protested against the prevailing political conditions. @demofinland.bsky.social and @wfd.org Kenya are responding to the needs highlighted by the youth movement in Kenya. Read their latest story ⬇️

🔍 Strong democracies are built on solid knowledge. At EPD, we turn data, expert analysis, and insights from the field into practical tools for supporting democracy worldwide, - helping shape more effective policies and programmes. Learn more about our #Research 💡 ➡️ epd.eu/what-we-do/r...

#EPDNetwork🌐 📚 Do you need some practical tools for impact assessment, citizen engagement, and post-legislative monitoring? 🎓 WFD's University of London-certified course exploring how technology can enhance legislative scrutiny is open! Reduced fees for those who sign up by 30 September! ⬇️

🧩 #Programmes New horizons for EPD! 🇧🇩 This Tuesday, alongside the EU Delegation in Bangladesh, EPD met with the Bangladesh Election Commission (BEC) and introduced the newly launched AHEAD Bangladesh project. What is AHEAD Bangladesh about? 🧵

🧩 #Programmes 🗣️Last June, about 40 citizens from across Moldova took part in the first-ever Citizens’ Assembly in the country. They jointly developed recommendations on preventing the damage to democracy caused by disinformation and proposed ways to strengthen the rule of law.

#Policy💬 📢 EU SEE has just launched its first Country Focus Reports! 🔍 What are they? A comprehensive, evidence-based analysis of the enabling environment for civil society in 86 countries, to understand local realities and support meaningful, context-driven advocacy. Deep dive below ⬇️ #EUSEE

This #InternationalYouthDay, see how young people are shaping (or shut out of) public life. The Global Youth Participation Index tracks youth engagement in: - Education & work - Civic freedoms - Elections - Politics & leadership 🔍 Check your country’s score: www.gypi.epd.eu

🧩 #Programmes Last week, in Accra, EPD was recognised for its contribution to the 13th High-Level Dialogue on Human Rights, Democracy & Governance. 🎙️Andrew Songa moderated the Africa Talks at the Youth Pre-Dialogue, a platform for young leaders to share good governance ideas. What went down? 🧵

#Policy💬 💻 The introduction of rules on online political advertising by the European Commission was a great step towards ensuring fair and transparent online campaigning. However, key elements connected to these rules still need to be implemented. 🧵

💫 Beyond Ballots Summer is out today, with: 📌 The top 3 articles this year 📢 The protests that have made the headlines in 2025 🎧 Our carefully curated podcast list 🗞️ EPD's latest news 📬 Did you miss all this? Subscribe in time for the return of our weekly edition in September 🖇️ epd.eu/subscribe/

🧩 #Programmes Election observation practices vary across African countries. 🗳️ As part of #AHEADAfrica, our partner, the Electoral Support Network of Southern Africa (ESN-SA), created an Election Observation Manual to standardise these practices. 📗 For a taste of the Manual, check this thread. 🧵

#Programmes🧩 📌 As the global landscape becomes increasingly volatile, the enabling environment for civil society faces growing pressure. Despite some positive wins, the global trend remains a shrinking civic space, hindering meaningful civil society’s participation in political and public life.

#Research 💡 🇰🇷 Months of political turmoil highlight the paradox of South Korea's democracy: strong enough to resist autocracy, but vulnerable to elite-level polarisation. Read our latest research on @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu 👉 europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/south-koreas...

⏰ The countdown to #InternationalDemocracyDay has just started! 💻 The website with information on speakers and venues has just gone live! Explore it and register here 🖇️ idd-brussels.eu #IDDBrussels2025

🧩 #Programmes 🖊️ 2 pens, 2 signatures, 1 objective. On the occasion of the AU-ECOSOCC Citizens’ Forum on 8 and 9 July, EPD signed an MoU with AU-ECOSOCC to seal our partnership. @youthdemocracycohort.com

#Policy💬 🤖 As AI systems continue to integrate into many areas of society, AI’s role in shaping public discourse, influencing voter behaviour, and safeguarding electoral integrity must be addressed promptly.

Welcome news: The #MFF proposal by the European Commission’s Global Europe regulation explicitly commits to strengthening democratic resilience in partner countries by tackling foreign information manipulation and protecting free media.

Welcome news: The #MFF proposal by The EU Commission recognizes Europe’s leadership opportunity to strengthen and support democratic resilience across the globe—including in Europe. Democracy support isn't just about values. It's about Europe's long-term security and prosperity.

Welcome news: the European Commission’s #MFF proposal includes strong commitments to strengthening democratic resilience in partner countries—through Global Europe, tackling foreign information manipulation and defending media freedom. #DemocracySupport #EUValues

Welcome news: the European Commission’s #MFF proposal includes strong commitments to strengthening democratic resilience in partner countries—through Global Europe, tackling foreign information manipulation and defending media freedom. #DemocracySupport #EUValues @epd.eu

📌 Democracy support is a non negotiable for long-term security in Europe. EPD welcomes the proposal of the new EU budget. ⤵️

#Policy 💬 💫 During the #WorldJusticeForum organised by the World Justice Project, EPD joined a global coalition of organisational leaders and justice advocates in a call to action to reverse the worldwide decline in the Rule of Law through the Warsaw Principles for the Rule of Law.

🔎 Youth exclusion isn’t apathy, it’s a global design flaw. The GYPI is the first tool to systematically measure young people’s participation in political, civic, and economic life in 141 countries.

#Research 💡 🚀 Big News! 🎊 We’re thrilled to announce that Encyclopedia Tyrannica—a groundbreaking research guide to authoritarianism and dictatorship—is now available as a free interactive PDF eBook! Download your free copy now below 🖇️ 🧵

#Policy💬 📒 The big social media platforms' risk assessment reports required under the #DigitalServicesAct are a great opportunity for civil society to contribute to the mitigation of online risks for civic discourse.

#Programmes 🧩 Get to know #SOOBU! 🌐 💻 African citizens are shaping better elections across the continent. Discover 50+ best practices 🖇️ bit.ly/40u3v6L 'SOOBU' means commitment in Wolof. 🔍 Developed by @africtivistes.bsky.social, as part of the EU co-funded AHEAD Africa project led by EPD. 🇪🇺

📢 Save the Date: #IDD2025 🗓️ 18–19 Sept | Brussels 🌍 Democracy and Inclusion in an Age of Insecurity Join democracy leaders from around the world for panel debates & global insights. Explore the agenda & register: savethedate.idd-brussels.eu #DemocracyAgenda #EUvalues

💼 EPD is looking for a Programmes Assistant to join our team in August 2025! 💫 Looking forward to a career in project management development? 🖇️ Apply before 6 July or share with your network ➡️ lnkd.in/dZSu5XZ2

🎬 That’s a wrap! It’s time to sit back and reflect on all the amazing insights brought by the #EPDAC2025. The EPD Network expresses a warm thank you to all the speakers and participants who contributed to a great day of debate, discussion and exchange. 🧵

🎉 This week's BB ⬇️ 📘 Global Expression Report 2025 📝 Global Youth Participation Index 2025 🎙️ What to Expect from the Conflict Between Israel and Iran 📍Financing Development in an Era of Extreme Inequality | 30 June - 3 July 💼 @financewatch.bsky.social is hiring! 📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa