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What needs to change for democracy to work better for you?
#YourVoiceForDemocracy consultation is open to citizens across all 46 member states.
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Open until 12 November 👉Take part now: panoramic.make.org/en/partne…
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#OnThisDay in 1950, 12 Council of Europe member States signed the European Convention on Human Rights in 1950.
#CeJourLà en 1950, 12 États membres du Conseil de l’Europe signaient la Convention européenne des droits de l’homme.
Think globally. Act locally.
135 young people from across Europe and beyond gathered at the Youth Day of the World Forum for Democracy 2026 to exchange ideas, inspire action and explore how local initiatives can strengthen democracy.
From ideas to action, youth are driving democratic renewal. Learn more about the Manifesto “Youth Visions for a European Democracy in 2049”: coe.int/en/web/portal/-/thin…
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Important steps for sport tonight in Monaco.
I welcome the signatures of the Macolin Convention against match-fixing by Monaco and Andorra, and of the Saint-Denis Convention on safety and security at sporting events by Andorra and San Marino.
Two days. Hundreds of voices. One shared goal: stronger democracies.
From youth participation to citizen-led action, one message stood out: stronger democracies need stronger public participation.
Congratulations to KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz, winner of the #CoE_WFD Democracy Innovation Award 2026.
Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation!
At the World Forum for Democracy, we screened The Secret Reading Club of Kabul, by Shakiba Adil and Elina Hirvonen.
This award-winning documentary follows young Afghan women, who secretly come together to read and learn under Taliban rule, despite the risks they face.
Inspired by Anne Frank, they document their lives through intimate and powerful footage, revealing the harsh realities of oppression – and the courage of women determined to resist.
Signed in Rome 76 years ago, the European Convention on Human Rights continues to safeguard the rights and freedoms of millions across Europe. It is a living promise to protect human rights, every day, for everyone.
Read more: coe.int/en/web/impact-conven…
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The Democracy Innovation Award 2026 goes to KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz! 🇨đź‡
Older women, citizen action, and climate justice: KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz has shown how democratic participation can drive accountability and change.
#CoE_WFD
What happens when citizens engage, propose solutions, and are then ignored?
At this morning’s plenary of the #CoE_WFD 2026, speakers examined how democratic institutions can strengthen resilience and rebuild trust.
Sharing Serbia’s experience, Aleksa Pavlović highlighted the power of collective action, participation and democratic renewal.
Missed the live session? Watch the recording and catch up on the key highlights: youtube.com/watch?v=YhU8RvnO…
What did participants take away from the #CoE_WFD?
From democratic resilience and citizen participation to innovation and inclusion, participants shared their key insights on shaping the future of democracy.
Watch their reflections.
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“We needed to offer a new moral reality for the people.” Aleksa Pavlović shared how Serbia’s student movement built a broad coalition by focusing on common values, participation, and democratic renewal.
Follow the #CoE_WFD live: youtube.com/watch?v=YhU8RvnO…
Day 1: Democracy is under pressure
Day 2: Testing responses against possible futures
After a day of debate on the challenges facing democracy, today's discussions focus on solutions, resilience and preparing for the future.
➡️ Follow day 2 of #CoE_WFD: youtube.com/watch?v=YhU8RvnO…
What future is left for us?
At #CoE_WFD, @PACE_President, @alain_berset , @AndrejPlenkovic and @GuyRyder shared a common message: democracy must deliver, rebuild trust, and empower young people to shape the future.
From tackling disinformation and insecurity to strengthening participation and resilience, the future of democracy remains open, and the choice is ours.
Read more: coe.int/en/web/portal/-/what…
"Democracy is not only what we believe. Democracy is what we do."
Opening the #CoE_WFD, leaders from across Europe and beyond delivered a clear call to action: invest in young people, defend truth, strengthen participation, and prepare for the future.
From protecting free expression and independent media to building trust through results, democracy requires action.
Read more: coe.int/en/web/portal/-/what…
