Global Democracy Coalition
@GloDemCoalition
The GDC is a multi-stakeholder alliance of more than 150 organizations from around the world committed to advancing and protecting democracy.
This #NextGenMonday is a celebration of how young people are already shaping democracy, not someday, but right now. Today, we’re spotlighting how youth around the world are actively participating in civic life, through digital innovation, grassroots organizing, media literacy,…
We are thrilled to launch the Democracy Narratives Campaign, which brings together more than 30 international organizations and funders worldwide to strengthen democracy by developing more compelling and resonant narratives, ones that help people better understand, connect with,…
What role should artificial intelligence play in shaping the future of democracy, media, and civil society in Asia? Our coalition partner @asiacentre_org invites is having its 10th Annual International Conference on 21–22 August 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. This year’s conference…
This #FreedomFriday reminds us that freedom of expression is not just a democratic value, it is a lifeline for civic participation and human rights. Today, we spotlight Prarthana Mitra from @povmumbai of View who highlights how central freedom of expression is to individuals and…
As the world seeks a path to peace in Ukraine, we cannot afford to forget those living under Russian occupation in Crimea. Our coalition partner @freedomhouse has published a vital piece by Aimee Wenyue Chen and Katie LaRoque that centers the lived experiences of people like…
In an age of rising global insecurity and democratic backsliding, the future of democracy is on the line, and so is the future of Europe. That’s why the 2025 International Democracy Day Brussels Conference will focus on one of the most urgent questions of our time: how can…
This #FactCheckingTuesday reminds us that in the fight for democracy, truth is one of our most powerful tools. Today we highlight Tinatin Zaalishvili of @WeAreEDYN, who shares both the personal and national impact of disinformation. Speaking from Georgia, she reflects on how…
Public dissatisfaction with democracy remains alarmingly high across many nations, according to the latest research from our Coalition Partner, @pewresearch. Despite broad support for democratic values globally, a median of 64% of adults across 12 high-income countries express…
Our Coalition Partner, @EPDeu recently released the first-ever Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI): a groundbreaking tool that measures how effectively young people are able to participate in democratic life across more than 140 countries. This index goes beyond…
Today, on #NelsonMandelaInternationalDay, we honor not only the man, but the enduring democratic values he championed. Nelson Mandela’s life was a powerful reminder that democracy is not only about casting a vote. It is about dignity, inclusion, accountability, and the ongoing…
Season 2 of the Thank You Democracy podcast has finally concluded and it is packed with fresh voices from across the world working to #KeepDemocracyAlive, through education, activism, civic tech, and cross-border solidarity. We’re proud to share all released episodes below:…
“Democracy dies when power becomes over-concentrated.” In a powerful new piece from our Coalition Partner @democracywb, @nathanlawkc, former Hong Kong legislator and exiled democracy activist, issues a critical warning: Artificial Intelligence must serve not only humanity, but…
This #FactCheckingTuesday is a reminder to pause and think critically about the information we consume, and what we choose to share. Today, we highlight the role each of us plays in upholding democratic integrity. Misinformation doesn’t only spread through deliberate falsehoods,…
For Vojtech Höhn of @WeAreEDYN (Slovakia), public service didn’t begin with grand ideals or political ambition. It started with a simple desire to do something, to show up, to be part of change, and to fix what felt broken in his community. From that small step, a life of civic…
This #FreedomFriday is a powerful reminder that democracy cannot exist without a free and independent press. Today, we highlight the growing risks faced by journalists worldwide—including imprisonment, harassment, and forced exile. These challenges have serious implications for…
Democracy is often invisible in everyday life, like air we breathe, it’s easy to take for granted. But this very complacency poses a grave risk, contributing to the democratic backsliding we see around the world today. In the last episode of Season 2 of the Thank You Democracy…
This #RightsWednesday is a reminder that the strength of democracy is measured by how well it protects and upholds human rights. Today we feature Charles Jaika from the @ICJKenya who highlights how democracy reinforces the rule of law and supports the independence of justice…
In the eighth and final episode of Season 2 of the Thank You Democracy Podcast, we sit down with Danish activist and educator @Futurenauten, a rare and powerful voice of cross-border solidarity in support of Belarus’s pro-democracy movement. Karim is the only foreigner working…
This #NextGenMonday highlights how democracy creates the conditions for rights, dignity, and opportunity to take root across generations. Today we showcase Shreya Joshi from @onefuture_india, reflecting on how democratic values have shaped her life, from access to education and…
As we start and celebrate #DisabilityPrideMonth, we are reminded that democracy reaches its fullest strength only when every voice is seen, heard, and valued. True democratic systems do not merely tolerate diversity, they embrace it as essential to justice, equity, and progress.…
