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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
What happens when people use democracy to protect their environment? For more than a decade, activists in Ecuador fought to give citizens a say over oil extraction in Yasuní. In 2023, Ecuadorians voted to keep the oil underground. #YasuniReferendum #Ecuador #Activism #DemocracyInAction
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Global Forum is coming your way What happens when people from across the world come together to imagine, discuss and shape the future of democracy? We meet, exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and build solutions together. Botswana, are you ready? Join the Global Forum
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
POV: You came to Bulgaria for Democracy Camp and left with a whole new perspective. 🇧🇬 From challenging ideas and shared perspectives to late-night laughs, new friendships, and moments we’ll talk about for years, Democracy Camp was more than an event. It was an experience. 💬
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
👉 Learn more: www.democracy.community/stories/acci... #ClimateAction #Democracy #LifeAsAnActivist
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Climate laws matter — but so does implementation. 🌱 In Chile, Acción Climática helps citizens track climate commitments, spot implementation gaps, and hold decision-makers accountable. Because access to information enables meaningful participation. 🗣️
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📣 Want to build momentum for your initiative? 👉 Follow us and check out the full article for more tips: citizens-initiative-forum.europa.eu/document/how... #EUTakeTheInitiative #ECI #EuropeanCitizensInitiative #CitizenParticipation #DemocracyInAction #CivicEngagement
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
📣 SAVE THE DATE! How can influencers & social media help your European Citizens’ Initiative? Join our ECI Forum webinar to learn more! 📅 6 Oct | 12:30–13:30 CEST | 💻 Online 👉 Register: lnkd.in/e5nZsSbm #ECI #EuropeanCitizensInitiative #EUTakeTheInitiative
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Life as an Activist shows how people turn the issues they care about into action — and how democracy can be part of that journey. 👉 Discover their stories — link in bio. #LifeAsAnActivist #DirectDemocracy #CitizenParticipation #ClimateAction #DemocracyInAction
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Democracy is part of everyday life. 🌱 This summer, we saw it at festivals too. At Herzberg Festival, more than 100 people stopped to listen, ask questions and explore stories of climate activists.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Want to dive deeper? Check out the full analysis here: www.democracy-international.org/.../peoples...
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#UN #UNSecretaryGeneral #Democracy #CitizenParticipation #GlobalGovernance
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🎮 Choose your fighter. Eight candidates. Eight scorecards. One big question: who could be the next UN Secretary-General? Swipe through to get to know the candidates and compare their positions on democracy, participation, and UN reform. 🌍
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
#SOTEU2026 #Democracy #CitizenParticipation #ParticipatoryDemocracy #DemocracyInAction
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🇪🇺 Democracy was on the agenda at #SOTEU2026 — but were citizens? The diagnosis was strong: foreign interference, disinformation and threats to democracy. But where was the concrete action on citizen participation and giving Europeans a greater say between elections? Our HITS & MISSES 👇
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🌱 What if you could help shape your city’s climate future? Climate Citizens’ Assemblies bring people together to learn, listen and create recommendations for their communities. 🗣️🤝 Climate action is not just about what we decide — but how we decide together. 🌍
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
⭐ GOLD STAR BEHAVIOUR Democracy International Edition ⭐ Democracy is more than a system; it’s how we work together. 🌍💙 #GoldStarBehaviour #Democracy #DirectDemocracy #CitizenParticipation
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
#InternationalDayOfDemocracy #Democracy #CitizenParticipation #DemocracyInAction #CivicEngagement
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Democracy is a verb. 🗣️ It means speaking, listening, participating, disagreeing, and organising. On this International Day of Democracy, let’s pledge to practise democracy—not just today, but every day. ✊🌍
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
#EUforGlobal #Democracy #HumanRights #CitizenParticipation #EuropeanUnion #DemocracyInAction #EU4Global #EUintheWorld #CERV
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🇪🇺 The EU recognises the relevance of our recommendations on democracy, human rights and resilience against disinformation. Our Citizens Shaping Europe report explores how citizens can help shape the EU’s role in the world.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
🌱 Democracy meets activism at @chancefestival_duesseldorf! At the CHANCE Festival, we brought our Life as an Activist exhibition to the park. 🎧 40+ people explored stories of activists across Latin America and discovered how democratic tools can create change. ✊ #LifeAsAnActivist #Democracy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
🇪🇺 The State of the European Union is coming. On 16 September, Ursula von der Leyen will set out the EU’s priorities for the year ahead. As trust in democracy declines, where do citizens fit in? We’ll be watching. 👀 #SOTEU #SOTEU2026 #Democracy #CitizenParticipation
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🇧🇼 Democracy, the Botswana way. 🗣️🌍 Long before the language of “direct democracy” became common, communities in Botswana were already gathering at the Kgotla, a space where people come together to speak, listen, debate, and make decisions collectively. #GlobalForum #Kgotla
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🇧🇬 Democracy Camp Bulgaria: a week of learning, connecting & taking action! What happens when young people from across Europe come together to explore what democracy really looks like in practice? 👀 Take a look at the participants' workshops.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them. #YouthEngagement #EUFunding#EuropeanDemocracy #Democracyinternational
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
A great day of connecting, learning and making European democracy more accessible. Thanks @koelner_jugendring for having us! Democracy International is an official EU Framework Partner (2026–2028) under the CERV Programme. This activity is co-funded by the European Union under this programme.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Youth engagement in action at Turn Up in CGN! Democracy International joined the youth festival at Wiener Platz, organised by koelnerjugendring. Over 40 young people joined our EuroTrivia, discovering EU facts, testing their knowledge and enjoying some popcorn along the way! 🍿
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
The participants took over during Democracy Camp Bulgaria! 🎤✨ From sharing skills to sparking conversations and getting everyone involved, these sessions showed exactly why youth voices belong at the heart of democracy. Swipe through to see their workshops
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The project is organised by the City of Cologne and Jugendzentrum Dachlow in cooperation. 📍 Cologne | 19–21 August 2026 @ijakoeln #Democracy #YouthParticipation #Cologne #DemocracyInternational
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
🌋 COLONIA 2126 — Building Our Future City From 19–21 August, young participants from four countries explored values, democracy and constitution-making in Cologne. Together, they imagined Colonia 2126 and created their own constitutions.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Indigenous. Resilient. Empowering. Join us! 📍 Gaborone, Botswana 📅 7–10 October 2026 #Democracy #DirectDemocracy #GlobalForum2026 #GFMDD #GFMDD2026 #GlobalDemocracy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🏛️ A historic shift. In 2024, the opposition won power for the first time in six decades, opening new space for political participation. 💬 Participation runs deep. The Kgotla has long been a space for community dialogue. 🌍 A global stage. Gaborone hosts the Global Forum this October.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
What makes Botswana’s democracy stand out? Before the Global Forum on Modern Direct Democracy arrives in Gaborone, here are 5 things to know: 🗳️ No coups. Power has changed through elections since 1966. 💎 Diamonds to development. Natural wealth helped drive national investment.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The magic of 70 young people taking on democracy ✨ The Democracy Camp Bulgaria is getting started #youthdemocracy #democracycamp #democracyinternational
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
But citizens' engagement should not stop at this referendum. Citizens’ assemblies, consultations and local dialogues can give people a voice throughout the process. Democratic enlargement means giving people a say in Europe’s future. #Iceland #EUEenlargement #CitizenParticipation #DirectDemocracy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
🇮🇸 Iceland votes on 29 August: what does the vote mean? A YES would reopen negotiations — not mean automatic EU membership. What follows could include negotiations, a membership agreement and another referendum.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
This project is funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
By bringing together the ideas and experiences of 150+ young people across Europe, this participant-led guide turns what happens at our activities into accessible tools and recommendations for decision-makers, youth organisations and other young people.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Real change happens when youth ideas go beyond closed doors. 💥 Work has officially started on the Youth Participation Handbook 2026! Participants from the Democracy Camp in Germany are laying the groundwork, exploring democracy, sustainability and inclusion in Europe.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
#DemocracyInternational #LifeAsAnActivist #ChanceFestival #ClimateAction #YouthParticipation #DirectDemocracy #CivicEngagement
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Für den Inhalt dieser Publikation ist allein Democracy International e.V. verantwortlich; die hier dargestellten Positionen geben nicht den Standpunkt von Engagement Global oder des Bundesministeriums für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung wieder.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
✨ Meet the team. 🌍 Explore stories from Latin America. 💬 Discover new ways to participate. Free entry. Everyone is welcome. No registration needed. 📍 Theatermuseum / Musikpavillon im Hofgarten, Düsseldorf 🗓 29 August 2026 | 14:00
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
🌱 What does life as an activist really look like? Come meet us at CHANCE Festival on 29 August in Düsseldorf and discover Life as an Activist — a project bringing real stories of climate activists and grassroots movements closer to the public.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Why Botswana is the right home for the Global Forum in 2026 From 7–10 October 2026, Gaborone will host the Global Forum on Modern Direct Democracy, bringing together citizens, activists, researchers, practitioners and policymakers from around the world. 🌍 Global Forum on Modern Direct Democracy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Kinda chic to make democracy feel like something you do every day — not just something you vote for every 4 years. ✨ That’s the kind of democracy we’re here for. #DemocracyInternational #Democracy #ActiveCitizenship #YouthForDemocracy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
The Global State of Direct Democracy Report 2026 is here What does direct democracy look like around the world today? And can citizens really have a direct say in political decision-making? Read the full report link in bio! www.democracy-international.org/.../global-s.... #DirectDemocracy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
DEMOCRACY CAMP 2026 IS CALLING! 🇪🇺 60 young people from across the EU will come together in Vic, Spain, for five days of ideas, conversations, workshops plus more! Now people from all over the EU can apply and join. Applications close: 13 September 2026 #DemocracyCamp2026 #YouthParticipation
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
#DemocracyCamp #YouthParticipation #YoungVoices #Democracy #DemocracyInternational #YouthForDemocracy #CERV #eufundingstrategy
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Bulgaria, here we come! Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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Democracy International e.V. @democracyintl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Young people don’t just talk about democracy — they make it happen. 🌍 They organise, build communities and turn ideas into action. For 4 years, Democracy Camp has created a space for young people to connect and learn from each other. 400+ young people. One growing community.
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