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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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#BerlinFreedomWeek
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#BerlinFreedomWeek
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
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/39284/world-...
#BerlinFreedomWeek
www.democracywithoutborders.org/39284/world-...
#BerlinFreedomWeek
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
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:
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/39132/
#BerlinFreedomWeek
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#BerlinFreedomWeek
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
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/39132/
#BerlinFreedomWeek
www.democracywithoutborders.org/39132/
#BerlinFreedomWeek
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
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
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
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...
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
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
foreignpolicy.com/2025/10/24/u...
foreignpolicy.com/2025/10/24/u...
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
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...
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October 1, 2025 at 11:34 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
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.
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37774/articl...
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37774/articl...
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37744/
Here is our summary:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37744/
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
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37744/
Here is our summary:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37744/
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
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.
genevasolutions.news/sustainable-...
genevasolutions.news/sustainable-...
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.
www.ipsnews.net/2025/09/ngos...
www.ipsnews.net/2025/09/ngos...
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
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.
www.ipsnews.net/2025/09/ngos...
www.ipsnews.net/2025/09/ngos...
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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Find it here:
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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
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.
Find it here:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/what-is-demo...
Find it here:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/what-is-demo...
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:
www.idea.int/events/globa...
www.idea.int/events/globa...
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
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:
www.idea.int/events/globa...
www.idea.int/events/globa...
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37574/
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37574/
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
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:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37574/
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37574/
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
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37540/civil-...
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37540/civil-...
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
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
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37540/civil-...
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37540/civil-...
Afghanistan is one of the worst setbacks in democratic state-building in recent history following the violent takeover of the totalitarian Taliban, Afghan parliamentarian in exile Mariam Solaimankhil reminds us. In this article, she urges the UN to appoint a Special Rapporteur on Democracy.
Why the UN needs a rapporteur on democracy: an Afghan perspective
Afghanistan shows how state collapse fuels repression and crisis. This article urges the UN to appoint a Rapporteur on Democracy to help prevent and address democratic state-building breakdowns worldw...
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August 28, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Afghanistan is one of the worst setbacks in democratic state-building in recent history following the violent takeover of the totalitarian Taliban, Afghan parliamentarian in exile Mariam Solaimankhil reminds us. In this article, she urges the UN to appoint a Special Rapporteur on Democracy.
Education is not merely a tool for personal advancement but a public good that sustains the foundations of democratic society argues Nicolette Karina Kalfas in this article
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www.democracywithoutborders.org/37500/
Education: the silent infrastructure of democracy
Education remains one of the strongest foundations of democratic society in many respects, argues this article.
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August 26, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Education is not merely a tool for personal advancement but a public good that sustains the foundations of democratic society argues Nicolette Karina Kalfas in this article
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37500/
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37500/
AwareNow spoke to our co-founder @andreasbummel.bsky.social: "What drives me is a firm belief that global democracy is essential to tackling today’s global challenges and to ensure a flourishing of all life on Earth."
Read the full interview here:
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Read the full interview here:
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Exclusive Interview with Andreas Bummel by Alex Taylor
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August 25, 2025 at 5:49 PM
AwareNow spoke to our co-founder @andreasbummel.bsky.social: "What drives me is a firm belief that global democracy is essential to tackling today’s global challenges and to ensure a flourishing of all life on Earth."
Read the full interview here:
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Read the full interview here:
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NGOs are often seen as the backbone of civil society. But in many places, they’re under growing pressure. But civil society runs deeper. Even when NGOs are pushed back, grassroots movements can and do thrive, argues Sibahle Zuma.
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37469/
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37469/
NGOs under pressure: why civil society will survive and thrive
NGOs and grassroots movements each play vital, complementary roles in civil society, showing how diverse forms of organizing together sustain democratic action even in times of political pressure.
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August 22, 2025 at 9:50 AM
NGOs are often seen as the backbone of civil society. But in many places, they’re under growing pressure. But civil society runs deeper. Even when NGOs are pushed back, grassroots movements can and do thrive, argues Sibahle Zuma.
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37469/
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37469/
The World Liberty Congress supports the appointment of a UN Special Rapporteur on Democracy and urges governments from every region to do the same, writes Félix Maradiaga on their website:
worldlibertycongress.org/the-un-is-on...
worldlibertycongress.org/the-un-is-on...
The UN Is on the Sidelines of Democracy. It’s Time to Appoint a Special Rapporteur – World Liberty Congress
By Félix Maradiaga, WLC Academy Director “We the Peoples” is not a poetic flourish in the United Nations Charter; it is the operating system the institution promised to run. And yet, on the core quest...
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August 20, 2025 at 3:39 PM
The World Liberty Congress supports the appointment of a UN Special Rapporteur on Democracy and urges governments from every region to do the same, writes Félix Maradiaga on their website:
worldlibertycongress.org/the-un-is-on...
worldlibertycongress.org/the-un-is-on...
More than 25 experts from around the world gathered in London to discuss how the planet is (not) governed in view of accelerating global crises, including war, climate change, pandemics, artificial intelligence, and inequality.
Read our report here:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37452/
Read our report here:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37452/
London conference explores government for the planet
Experts gathered in London to examine pathways toward global government, exploring UN reforms, citizen participation and representation, and better arrangements to address urgent planetary challenges.
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August 18, 2025 at 1:28 PM
More than 25 experts from around the world gathered in London to discuss how the planet is (not) governed in view of accelerating global crises, including war, climate change, pandemics, artificial intelligence, and inequality.
Read our report here:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37452/
Read our report here:
www.democracywithoutborders.org/37452/
The 2025 Freedom and Prosperity report from the Atlantic Council @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social highlights that democracy pays off: countries that democratize see an 8.8% GDP per capita boost over 20 years, outpacing autocracies www.democracywithoutborders.org/37415/freedo...
Freedom boosts economic prosperity, says Atlantic Council 2025 index
Atlantic Council’s 2025 Freedom and Prosperity Indexes link democracy to economic prosperity.
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July 22, 2025 at 8:46 AM
The 2025 Freedom and Prosperity report from the Atlantic Council @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social highlights that democracy pays off: countries that democratize see an 8.8% GDP per capita boost over 20 years, outpacing autocracies www.democracywithoutborders.org/37415/freedo...
Interviewed by CIVICUS, our Executive Director @andreasbummel.bsky.social explains why the UN should appoint a Special Rapporteur on Democracy, what the benefits would be, and what is needed to make it happen: majority support in the UN Human Rights Council.
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lens.civicus.org/interview/de...
‘Democracy and human rights are two sides of the same coin’
CIVICUS discusses the potential for a United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on Democracy with Andreas Bummel, founder and executive director of Democracy Without Borders, an international civil socie...
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July 16, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Interviewed by CIVICUS, our Executive Director @andreasbummel.bsky.social explains why the UN should appoint a Special Rapporteur on Democracy, what the benefits would be, and what is needed to make it happen: majority support in the UN Human Rights Council.
lens.civicus.org/interview/de...
lens.civicus.org/interview/de...