The International Institute for Democracy & Electoral Assistance is a global inter-governmental organization that supports sustainable #democracy worldwide.
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Can democratic resilience strengthen national security?
That was the question at the heart of our recent discussion on democracy, resilience and security.
▶️ Watch highlights from the conversation
In a new op-ed for Balkan Insight, International IDEA authors assess the future of democracy in the Western Balkans through 4 scenarios. The piece emphasises that democracy in the region will not endure without consistent commitment & accountability.
🔗 Read the full story: bit.ly/4dT0SCY
What does it take to sustain #democracy during war?
Our latest blog reflects on a powerful reality: while #Ukraine defends its sovereignty, it is also working to ensure that war does not erode its democratic institutions.
🔗 Read the full blog: www.idea.int/blog/how-dem...
At the Justice Matters Conference in The Hague, International IDEA Secretary-General Kevin Casas-Zamora joined global policymakers and practitioners to discuss why sustained political commitment and investment in justice systems matter more than ever.
🔗 Read more: www.idea.int/news/democra...
How can countries better enable citizens abroad to participate in #elections?
This new report provides a comprehensive analysis of out-of-country voting across South Asia, highlighting key challenges & policy recommendations.
🔗Read the report: doi.org/10.31752/69373
#SouthAsia #VotingRights
This week in New Delhi, International IDEA & #IIIDEM are bringing together EMBs & participants for hands-on training on electoral resilience & crisis management, strengthening preparedness in an increasingly complex global electoral landscape.
#ProtectingElections #ElectoralIntegrity #IDEAIndia2026
How can democratic governance become more inclusive for #Indigenous communities?
@internationalidea.bsky.social & @aecid.bsky.social have launched a new initiative in Panama’s Comarca Ngäbe-Buglé focused on local governance & Indigenous participation.
Read more here ⬇️
www.idea.int/news/interna...
🌍 The Africa and West Asia Regional Office in Pretoria, South Africa is officially opened! This marks a new chapter for democracy support across Africa and West Asia.
A proud milestone for the AWA team and for everyone working to advance inclusive & resilient democracy across Africa and West Asia.
New episode of Democracy IDEAs🎙️
In a shifting geopolitical landscape, Finland is doubling down on democratic values. Ambassador Lauri Voionmaa joins to discuss Finland’s priorities, the UN & advancing peace and security. Listen here ⬇️
www.idea.int/podcasts/fin...
Democracy is essential to sustainable development. Yet it is often missing where it matters most.
A new report by @internationalidea.bsky.social looks at how democratic principles are reflected in the 2030 Agenda, with a focus on SDG 16.
Read the full article ⬇️
www.idea.int/news/are-vol...
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By the year 2040, will countries in the region choose to consolidate democracy, settle for ‘stabilitocracy’, or descend into full-blown authoritarianism?
At a training session of Ukraine’s election commissioners and staffers in Western Ukraine in May 2026, the presenter suddenly lost the attention of participants, who began to peer into their phones. A...
South Asia is home to some of the largest and most dynamic migration flows in the world, yet millions of migrants across the region are unable to exercise one of their most basic democratic rights: th...
In this episode of Democracy IDEAs, Amanda Sourek sits down with Ambassador Lauri Voionmaa, Deputy Permanent Representative of Finland to the United Nations for a timely conversation on the role of de...
