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Autocratic governments known for their gross human rights abuses are hijacking the UN, Hillel Neuer shows in this piece published by the Canadian National Post. Democratic states must stop pretending this is normal diplomacy, he writes. nationalpost.com/opinion/un-p...
Hillel Neuer: UN prostitutes itself to dictators looking to end western sanctions
The General Assembly is hosting a gathering of human rights violators hoping to escape repercussions for their crimes
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December 5, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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At a seminar in Vilnius our ED @andreasbummel.bsky.social recently spoke about the dire situation in world politics, the dysfunctional international system & the vision of a democratic global federation. Here is a recording on YouTube.

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December 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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At an international round table in Berlin hosted by Democracy Without Borders, experts and activists warned that autocratic governments are weakening the UN’s ability to promote human rights and democracy. There was broad support for greater civil society and citizen participation at the UN.
Berlin: experts debate UN's role in view of "authori­tarian influence"
Experts convened to assess whether the UN can uphold democracy amid rising authoritarian influence, endorsing stronger citizen participation at the UN and democratic coordination.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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First bluesky post. Will use it to tout amazing book I recently reviewed, by Mathias Koenig-Archibugi. Uses an array of sophisticated methods, incl machine learning, to explore feasibility of global democracy. Can't recommend highly enough: academic.oup.com/book/57306
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The Universal Republic: A Realistic Utopia?
Abstract. Can humanity achieve collective self-government in a highly interdependent world? Catastrophic climate change, biodiversity loss, pandemics, war
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December 2, 2025 at 6:02 AM
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Together with 160+ groups, we call on UN Member States to support women candidates for the next UN Secretary-General & insist on civil society inclusion in the election process. Open letter launched by 1 for 8 Billion:

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Open letter: 160+ organisations urge member states to support women candidates and civil society inclusion in SG selection — 1 for 8 Billion
1 for 8 Billion has sent an open letter to all UN member states signed by over 160 organisations and over 290 civil society leaders, lawyers, academics, humanitarian workers and UN staffers. It urges ...
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November 28, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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Why the old Mercator world projection must be put to rest explains Olivia Gauvin on our blog. Correct The Map is promoting a much better alternative: the Equal Earth projection. www.democracywithoutborders.org/39474/correc...
Correct The Map: why the Mercator world map must be put to rest
The traditional Mercator map distorts global geography, shrinking Africa and the Global South. The Equal Earth projection offers a fairer, more accurate alternative, driving a global push to Correct t...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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Ironically, the issue of revitalizing the UN General Assembly itself has become a ritualistic item on the UN's agenda our Executive Director told @ipsnews.net, adding that innovations like a Parliamentary Assembly, Citizens’ Initiative instrument & Citizens’ Assemblies should be created.
The UN General Assembly, Over Burdened with Repetitive Resolutions, Aims at Revitalization
The 193-member General Assembly (GA), the UN’s highest policy-making body, has long been the repository for scores of long-winded outdated resolutions accumulated over several decades– and lying in co...
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November 22, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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All human beings are said to be born free & equal in dignity & rights. But in reality rights & opportunities depend very much on citizenship & location. Our new brochure "What is global citizenship?" explores the meaning & future of citizenship in an interdependent world.
What is Global Citizenship?
How does citizenship need to evolve in an interdependent world? We explore its history, dimensions and challenges in a global perspective.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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The World Liberty Congress General Assembly met in Berlin. It was a milestone in the struggle for democracy & against autocratic rule worldwide marked by the adoption of a "Berlin Manifesto". Read our report:

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Berlin: World Liberty Congress vows united struggle against autocrats
The World Liberty Congress elected a new leadership and adopted the Berlin Manifesto, a bold call for coordinated action worldwide.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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At its 2025 online congress, the World Federalist Movement discussed a wide-ranging program to advance global change. Topics on the agenda included UN reform, climate protection, nuclear disarmament, strengthening international law, regulating AI & fighting corruption. Here's our report:
World federalists champion broad agenda for global change
The World Federalist Movement's 2025 online congress considered UN reform, international law and justice, climate protection, nuclear disarmament and other subjects to advance effective global governa...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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At the Berlin Freedom Conference renowed democracy scholar Larry Diamond held a powerful speech outlining a strategic democratic response to authoritarianism worldwide. Read it on our blog here:

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Reversing the authoritarian wave: speech at the Berlin Freedom Conference
This speech offers a strategic democratic response to the global authoritarian resurgence, outlining how to contest illiberal power through civic unity, principled leadership, and international solida...
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November 10, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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President of the World Liberty Congress Mashi Alinejad at today's opening of WLC’s General Assembly in Berlin: The time of dictators is over. Freedom fighters worldwide are united to bring democracy to their countries! #BerlinFreedomWeek
November 8, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Join a hybrid event on the UN Second Charter project on 4 Nov discussing UN financing & a roadmap for achieving international peace & disarmament. Hosted by the Bahá'í International Community and the Global Governance Forum. More details: drive.google.com/file/d/1K_AP...
October 31, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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It's the UN's 80th anniversary today #UN80. In this @foreignpolicy.com piece, Heba Aly argues for using Article 109 to review the UN Charter. We support this as a step toward a more effective, people-centered UN that includes a Parliamentary Assembly
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For Its 80th Birthday, the U.N. Needs More Than a Reset
Going back to first principles has until recently spooked many diplomats.
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October 24, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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UN faces a race to bankruptcy says UN chief Guterres as Member States fail to pay their dues in full and on time. New budget cut by nearly 20%. This is a wake up call. The UN is urgently needed - but also democratic reforms of the organization. news.un.org/en/story/202...
UN faces ‘race to bankruptcy’ as Guterres unveils sharply reduced 2026 budget
The United Nations faces a “race to bankruptcy” unless Member States pay their dues in full and on time, Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Friday, presenting a sharply reduced $3.238 billio...
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October 18, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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October 1, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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October 1, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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On the sidelines of the UN's general debate in New York, civil society pushed for a review of the UN's 1945 Charter to make the organization fit for purpose in view of ongoing conflicts, the climate crisis and a failing international system.

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Article 109 coalition pushes for UN Charter review in New York
On the sidelines of the general debate of the 80th UN General Assembly the Coalition for UN Charter reform rebranded as Article 109 and gathered supporters at a launch event.
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September 26, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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According to @internationalidea.bsky.social's recent Global State of Democracy report, 2024 marked the ninth consecutive year of net democratic decline: 54% of countries experienced declines whereas 32% recorded improvements.

Here is our summary:
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Democracy worldwide faces its ninth year of net decline: IDEA report
International IDEA’s 2025 report finds 2024 extended the global democratic downturn, with 54% of 173 countries deteriorating and 32% improving, as representation hit a 2001 low and press freedom fell.
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September 23, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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The UN chief last week proposed a 2026 budget that would cut nearly 1/5 of staff. Experts warn that the crisis will still get a lot worse unless urgent steps are taken. Otherwise, the UN will be in a "liquidity crunch, maybe close to insolvency" by early 2026.

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UN faces dark future if nations don’t act, says analyst ahead of high-level meet - Geneva Solutions
A week after the UN secretary general proposed a new 2026 budget that would cut nearly a fifth of staff, experts warn that its financial crisis will still get a lot worse unless urgent and reasoned me...
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September 22, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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The United Nations "really needs to seek stronger engagement with civil society, citizens, and the public at large, not less", our Executive Director told IPS News. The UN should resist efforts by authoritarian states to shut out civil society, he added.

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NGOs on a Virtual Blacklist at UN High-Level Meetings of World Leaders
When the high-level meeting of over 150 world political leaders takes place September 22-30, thousands of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and their accredited UN representatives will either be b...
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September 15, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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On this #DemocracyDay we renew the call for a UN Rapporteur on Democracy. We also invite you to explore our brochure "What is Democracy?" for an overview of democracy’s history, core principles, and the challenges it faces.

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What is Democracy?
Democracy is a form of government based on popular representation and participation, individual rights and liberties and the rule of law.
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September 15, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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On 11 September @internationalidea.bsky.social will launch their 2025 The Global State of Democracy Report, providing an up-to-date assessment on the situation in the world's countries:

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Launch of The Global State of Democracy Report 2025: ‘Democracy on the Move’ | International IDEA
Can democracy keep pace with a world on the move?
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September 9, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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The UN is in its deepest crisis in decades. The UN80 reform initiative should not be just about cuts but also forward-looking proposals. Citizen participation can strengthen legitimacy and yield a positive return on investment, argues @ronpatz.bsky.social:

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Reframing UN80: from mere cost-cutting to optimistic reform talk
UN80 seeks to address the UN’s funding and governance crisis. Beyond cost-cutting, this push can open space for bold ideas like improving citizen participation and representation.
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September 5, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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At a recent UN consultation with civil society on the implementation of the UN's so-called "Pact for the Future" we and other speakers underlined the need for institutional reform and democratization of the United Nations

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Civil society speakers urge deeper change as UN pursues its "Future Pact"
At a UN consultation, NGO speakers press for democratic innovations, UN Charter reform, and citizen engagement to ensure the UN's Pact for the Future leads to meaningful change.
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September 1, 2025 at 1:10 PM