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The International Institute for Democracy & Electoral Assistance is a global inter-governmental organization that supports sustainable #democracy worldwide.
@internationalidea.bsky.socialCan climate litigation strengthen democracy in Bangladesh?
Our new case study explores how it can amplify community voices, improve accountability & expand access to justice in the drought-affected Barind region.
🔍 Read more here: https://doi.org/10.31752/87374
@internationalidea.bsky.social📢 What shaped elections in 2025?
Join International IDEA and the Electoral Integrity Project for the global launch of the Review of the 2025 Year of Elections.
Explore key challenges, innovations and good practices in electoral integrity.
@internationalidea.bsky.socialConstitutions shape power, rights and accountability.
Explore how political transitions, Gen Z mobilization & constitutional change are affecting constitutional democracy in International IDEA's Annual Review 2025.
📖 Read the review: https://doi.org/10.31752/18859
@internationalidea.bsky.socialSurvivors of gender-based violence need a clear path to support and justice. In Lagos, coordinators from across Nigeria shared ways to improve that path. Hosted by Lagos DSVA, supported by EU-funded RoLAC II, implemented by International IDEA, with Lagos State Government. #EndGBV⚖️ 🎗️
@internationalidea.bsky.socialWhat does a secure and modern digital parliament need?
New recommendations for the Albanian Assembly focus on cybersecurity, interoperability, infrastructure and an EU Accession Platform.
🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/w0yF50ZSAhO
@internationalidea.bsky.socialFor Indigenous Peoples in Bangladesh, #LandRights mean a voice in democracy. Read the new brief by Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact and Toni Chiran:
https://doi.org/10.31752/47258
@clubdemadrid.bsky.socialReposted by @internationalidea.bsky.social🌍Today marks a very important day for us After one year of work, the Global Commission on Democracy and Multilateralism launches its Report: Democracy and Multilateral Cooperation: Revitalizing International Support for Democratic Renewal @internationalidea.bsky.social @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
@internationalidea.bsky.socialWhat helps people see themselves as leaders?
At #IDDBrussels, grassroots voices from Uganda, Nigeria & Colombia highlighted the need for recognition, resources & sustained support.
“Sometimes it is not lack of ability, it is inability to imagine yourself in it.” - Tosin Ajayi.
@internationalidea.bsky.socialCan democracy be both a core value and a strategic asset?
At #IDDBrussels, discussions explored how democratic governance can strengthen security, resilience and international partnerships, while delivering for citizens and building trust.
#RenewingDemocracy # IDDBrussels
@internationalidea.bsky.social🎧 Got two minutes?
International IDEA's Seema Shah discusses US democracy's fragility and global decline with NPR’s Rob Schmitz.
#GSoD2026 #DemocraticResilience
Listen + read: https://www.npr.org/2026/09/15/nx-s1-5969741/state-of-u-s-democracy-reaches-new-low-report-finds
@internationalidea.bsky.socialOut now: Global State of Democracy 2026.
Democracy in an Age of Conflict examines the latest global democracy trends and the relationship between democracy and violent conflict.
#GSoD2026 #DemocraticResilience
Explore the report and data:
www.idea.int/publications...
@internationalidea.bsky.socialWhat if AI's biggest threat to democracy isn't deepfakes but who controls our info?
Read Expressen by Michael Runey & Binto Bali
#SwedishElections #AIAndDemocracy
🔗 https://www.expressen.se/debatt/debatt-nej-ai-kommer-inte-avgora-valet/
@internationalidea.bsky.socialSweden’s strong turnout and efficient voting process in Sunday’s election underscored its standing as a global reference point for democracy.
International IDEA reflects on what comes next. Read our statement ↓
https://www.idea.int/news/international-idea-statement-2026-swedish-elections
@internationalidea.bsky.socialWhere is democracy heading in your world? Share your view before we reveal the latest data on Sept 15 with the Global State of Democracy Report 2026. #GSoD2026 #DemocraticResilience
🟢 Strongly improving
↗️ Slightly improving
↘️ Slightly declining
🔴 Strongly declining
Tell us below 👇
@internationalidea.bsky.socialRussia plans to include occupied Ukrainian territories in its Sept 2026 State Duma vote.
International IDEA condemns this and urges no recognition of the election.
Full statement: https://www.idea.int/news/statement-international-idea-russian-federations-planned-elections-state-duma-occupied
@internationalidea.bsky.socialToday, International IDEA hosted the Managing Safe and Trusted Elections roundtable in Stockholm with eight European EMBs and experts exchanging views on credible, trusted, and resilient election processes.
@internationalidea.bsky.socialInternational IDEA & EU sign a 4-year pact to strengthen democratic institutions, tackling elections, civic participation, info integrity, parliaments and transitions.
@internationalidea.bsky.socialWhat makes a good law? And how do parliaments check its impact?
In Sierra Leon, parliamentary staff and European peers put legislative drafting and scrutiny to work.
@internationalidea.bsky.social⏳ Only one week left to wait!
Join us on 15 September at 16:30 CEST for the launch of the Global State of Democracy Report 2026: ‘Democracy in an Age of Conflict’. 🌍📊
Register now: www.bit.ly/GSoD2026Launch
@internationalidea.bsky.socialLast week in Abidjan, International IDEA's Secretary-General Kevin Casas-Zamora met with the African Union’s MISAHEL mission, the African Development Bank Group and other partners to strengthen cooperation in the Sahel and across Africa.
