Program Areas

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.

Democracy: a system that gives power to the people
Chinese political prisoner Xu Zhiyong, founder of the New Citizens Movement, describes in this article what democracy is. The piece is part of his essay series “A Beautiful China”.
Xu Zhiyong | 22.02.2025
How a new Global Citizens’ Assembly can revive climate action
We are now experiencing peak demand for climate COP reform. Midway through the 2024 conference (COP29), former and current UN chiefs urged “fundamental overhaul” of both the COP framework and the entire global governance system.
Rich Wilson and David Levaï | 18.02.2025
Webinar on democracy in global governance explores the EU and UN
An event in November 2024 explored what the United Nations and other international bodies can learn from the European Union when it comes to strengthening the inclusion and participation of
Inés Pousadela | 10.02.2025
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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