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Program Areas

Democracy Without Borders strives for a democratic world community.

We promote a right to democracy at all levels, global institutions that are democratic and effective, and equal global citizenship.

How 2024’s elections redefined political landscapes across the world
2024 was billed as the biggest election year in history. More than 70 countries, representing nearly half of the global population, went to polls in 2024. From India’s multi-day general elections—the
Niranjan Sahoo | 15.01.2025
Hundreds of lawmakers face persecution in over 50 countries
On the occasion of Human Rights Day, the Inter-Parliamentary Union warned that human rights violations against elected representatives are increasing. According to the IPU, the number of cases brought before
DWB | 17.12.2024
Only 40 out of 198 countries have an open civic space: CIVICUS monitor
In December 2024, CIVICUS Monitor released its annual global report, People Power Under Attack 2024, which provides a comprehensive overview of the situation of civic space worldwide, defined as “the
Roberto Di Mario | 16.12.2024
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Promoting the right to democracy at all levels, from the local to the global, is a main concern of Democracy Without Borders. Free, fair and democratic elections are the basis for legitimate government. We support democratization processes everywhere and work for worldwide democracy. Learn more

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Democracy Without Borders supports strengthening international cooperation and promotes democratic representation and participation at the global level. We advocate the creation of a UN Parliamentary Assembly as a step towards a world parliament and a global constitution. Learn more

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Democracy Without Borders calls for a UN World Citizens’ Initiative that gives a voice to every human being as a global citizen. We promote equal global citizenship and advocate for civic education from a planetary perspective that helps develop a sense of global identity and solidarity. Learn more