We are marking this #DemocracyDay with a brand new article about #ScaleDem. From local initiatives to transnational cities assemblies and research projects, Europe is testing new paths to counter its democracy crisis. Read the article scaledem.eu/news/reinven...

Campus Rural ha sido premiado como mejor iniciativa de desarrollo local en Europa por @capitalofdemocracy.eu y The Innovation in Politics Institute. Por la promoción de prácticas que conectan a estudiantes con el territorio. Trabajamos para impulsar el desarrollo rural y combatir la despoblación 🏡

📰 Yesterday’s press conference in Vienna for the Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 gained media attention: We are featured in Heute, one of Austria‘s largest daily newspapers. Read the full article here:

🌍 Over 1,000 citizens from 26 countries served as the international jury – ensuring legitimacy, diversity & trust in the innovation in #politicsawards

Vienna – the 2025 European Capital of Democracy – hosted the Innovation in Politics Awards and Gala with 500+ leaders & guests. A true celebration of democratic innovation in the heart of Europe. 🇪🇺✨ #politicsawards

Eight outstanding political projects have won the Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 in Vienna! 🎉 Selected by 1,000+ citizens from 26 countries, these projects set new standards for democracy in Europe. #politicsawards

Opening of European Resilience Summit on Climate Crisis and Resilience at Local and Regional Levels by our Member of Advisory Council Cathryn Cluver Ashbrook and Mayor of @capitalofdemocracy.eu #Vienna Michael Ludwig at magnificent @oeaw.bsky.social in cooperation with Papal Academy of Sciences.

Last chance to share your emotions >> crowdsourcing.ecas.org/en/Mores We’re part of the EU-funded #MORES project researching how moral emotions influence political decisions. Take the survey and don’t forget to mention European Capital of Democracy in Section 7!

Ich freue mich, dass die @diepressecom.bsky.social eine gekürzte Version meiner Rede beim Salzburger Stadtfest abdruckt. @capitalofdemocracy.eu @innovationinpolitics.eu www.diepresse.com/19948688/die...

Ready to shape the future of democracy through gaming? Join Truth, Lies & Democracy — our international Game Jam tackling disinformation and democratic resilience. Here’s how to apply in just 3 easy steps. capitalofdemocracy.eu/truth-lies-d...

It was an honour and a joy to be back at the OSCE, where I used to work as an Attaché at @bmeia.gv.at's Permanent Mission almost 30 years ago, this time invited to give a presentation on @capitalofdemocracy.eu in the context of OSCE's work on Smart and Resilient Cities. @innovationinpolitics.eu

OSCE meets ECoD. Our founder @helfriedcarl.bsky.social had the honour of presenting the European Capital of Democracy at the OSCE’s first thematic meeting on Smart & Resilient Cities.

“I’m tired. Not of the Stadtfest – but of the constant stream of alarming, fear-driven news flooding our timelines every day.” Instead of resignation, Helfried Carl proposed Zuversicht at Salzburger Stadtfest I 📸 : Stadt Salzburg

🏛️ Today is the International Day of Parliamentarism. Democracy needs places where voices clash and compromise happens. Parliaments aren’t perfect. But they matter.

33+ countries. 1,941 local changemakers. 20.5 hours of honest conversation. The European City Network Webinar Series shows how cities are building democracy from the ground up – together. Full recap here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinars

A classroom full of questions. Five hands-on stations. One day dedicated to democracy. Together with Foster Europe, we brought civic learning to Neusiedl am See — from fake news to AI to role-playing democratic decisions.

A full team day in #Bratislava → Boat ride across borders → Visit to the Austrian Embassy → Talks on Slovakia’s political landscape → Art, sunlight, and excellent broccoli soup Our founder once served as ambassador here – so this trip was more than symbolic.

Barcelona. Vienna. Cascais. These cities didn’t just lead — they made democracy visible. Now we’re looking for the next one. Think your city has what it takes?📍 Apply now: capitalofdemocracy.eu/how-to-apply

Truth. Lies. Democracy. And now: Games. TLD is back — this time in Vienna. 48 hours. Teams from across Europe. Game on. 🗓️ 26–28 Sept #TLD25

What do EU policies make you feel? We’re teaming up with @ecas-europe.bsky.social for the @mores-project.bsky.social to explore how emotions shape our views on Europe’s big decisions. Share yours in the survey: crowdsourcing.ecas.org/en/Mores ✏️ Don’t forget to mention ECoD in Section 7!

“New threats like election interference and fake news are becoming more serious.” That’s why young reporters at #ANMC25 spoke with experts from the Council of Europe - to learn how we can protect democracy now. #ECoD

If you were mayor, what would you do? 🌿 Increase green spaces 🚌 Expand accessible transport 🧠 Promote education & inclusion That’s what young Europeans proposed at #ANMC25. What would you add? #Europe #ECoD

“I was surprised by how much work is needed to keep democracy strong.” That was the honest reflection of a young participant at the ACT NOW Mayors’ Conference in Vienna. A reminder: democracy needs us — all of us. #ANMC25 #ECoD

Last chance to sign up for our last European City Network Webinar before our summer break! 📅 Tuesday, 10 June ⏰ 10:30–12:00 CEST Register now: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinars/

📢 Survey - We want to hear from you! We're collaborating with ECAS on the EU-funded MORES Project, researching how emotions influence views on EU policies. 🚨 Make sure to mention 'ECoD' in Sect. 7. ⬇️

📣 Join our webinar “Cities Learn: Impact Garden Framework” on 10 June from 10:30 to 12:00 CEST, featuring Unity Effect and insights from the City of Barcelona and City of Vienna. Learn more and register now: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinars/

The next European City Network webinar is coming up. 📣 Cities Learn: Data Feminism Hosted by the City of Bologna with guest expert Giulia Sudano Learn more and register now! capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinars/

What a journey it has been to arrive at a great panel like this!

Getting ready for Day 2 of #ANMC25 Check the agenda for today here: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/ANMC2025#/ag... @capitalofdemocracy.eu @viennaoffices.at

"If we don't pay attention on how we use land, it will be very difficult for us to have control over just transition" Executive Director of UN-Habitat Annacláudia Rossbach, at the ACT NOW Mayors' Conference 2025, taking place now in Vienna. @capitalofdemocracy.eu

Have you seen our Agenda for the ACT NOW Mayors' Conference, "Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future," in Vienna? If not, now is your chance to discover what we have planned for you! 🌱🌍 Find the full programme here: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/ANMC2025#/ag...

Last chance to join our "Cities Teach: Diversity & Inclusion" Webinar with experts and practitioners who are making inclusion work on the ground from 🇮🇹 Bologna, 🇧🇪 Antwerp and 🇳🇱 Rotterdam. 📅 30 April, 10:30 CEST 📍 Online 🔗 Learn more & register here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinar/

Discover the speakers and voices shaping the ACT NOW Mayors‘ Conference, „Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future,“ on May 5-6 in Vienna. 📣 The climate emergency and biodiversity loss require urgent solutions. 🌿 More info: connecthub.zohobackstage.eu/ANMC2025#/

What are the challenges and opportunities for creating diverse and inclusive cities? 👩🏼‍🔧 👨🏻‍🦽🧕🏾 👨🏻‍🌾 We’d love to hear your opinions—please share your thoughts in the comments section! You can register here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinar/

Explore the inspiring speakers, local leaders, and expert voices shaping the ACT NOW Mayors' Conference, "Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future," on May 5-6 in Vienna. 🌿

Have you heard about our next webinar? Be part of our European City Network webinar, "Cities Teach: Diversity and Inclusion," on Wednesday, April 30, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM CEST. Discover more about our outstanding speakers! 📣 Register here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinar/

⏰ Only one week left to submit your project for The Innovation in Politics Awards! 💡 Spotlight your project, gain recognition, expand your network, and help shape Europe’s political future. Don't miss you chance - Submit now:

Find out more about the speakers, local leaders and experts who are shaping the ACT NOW Mayors' Conference 2025 "Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future" on 5-6 May in Vienna! 🌱

Would you like to learn more about diversity and inclusion? 📚 Join us for the ECN webinar, "Cities Teach: Diversity and Inclusion," on Wednesday, April 30, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM CEST. You can register now for the webinar to gain valuable perspectives: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinars/

⚖️ #Democracy must prevail! We stand in strong solidarity with @ekrem-imamoglu.bsky.social Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of #Istanbul, who has been unlawfully imprisoned. Local democracy is the foundation of a just society, and political repression has no place in #Europe or beyond.

Meet the speakers, local leaders and experts shaping the ACT NOW Mayors' Conference "Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future" on 5-6 May in Vienna! 🌱

We stand with the appeal by International Civil Society in Support of Serbian Academia and Civil Society Actors condemning the violence during the student-led protests in Belgrade that injured peaceful demonstrators, including activists and students. Sign here: form.jotform.com/250782916068...

Have you heard about our upcoming webinar? If not, now is your last chance to register for tomorrow's European City Network webinar titled "Cities Teach: Inclusive Social City Development." 📣 You can sign up by using the link here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinar/ We are already happy to See you

Spring is on its way, and you can feel it in the air. March brings an amazing programme to the European Capital of Democracy in Vienna. Have you attended any events this month? Explore incredible cultural and community events that highlight the lively nature of this city. 🌷

Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future 🌍 Climate emergency and biodiversity loss are defining challenges of our time, demanding bold leadership and innovative solutions. 🌱 🗓️ 5-6 May 2025 📍 Vienna City Hall Register Now: connecthub.zohobackstage.eu/ANMC2025#/re...

We strongly support the statement by the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe condemning the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. This politically motivated move undermines democracy and the will of the people.

Fantastic News! Citizens elect Cascais as European Capital of Democracy 2026. Felicitações Cascais! 🌊 You can read the press release here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/citizens-sel...

Be part of the European City Network Webinar, "Cities Teach: Inclusive Social City Development," on Tuesday, March 25, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM CET. 📣 We are delighted to introduce the inspiring speakers for our upcoming webinar! You can sign up here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinar/

What’s the mission of the ACT NOW Mayors' Conference? 📣 Be a part of the ACT NOW Mayors’ Conference 2025 on May 5-6 at Vienna City Hall as we explore Just Transition: Local Action for a Sustainable Future. 🌱 Pre-register now to secure your spot: actnow.capitalofdemocracy.eu/conference-25/

Join us for the European City Network webinar, "Cities Teach: Inclusive Social City Development," on Tuesday, March 25, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM CET. This webinar is hosted by the City of Cascais with contributions from the City of Kraków. You can sign up here: capitalofdemocracy.eu/ecn-webinar/