Evelyn Mantoiu
@evelynmantoiu.bsky.social
Research & Data Manager working on democracy support at @epd.eu @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
New article from the @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu:
"Democratic Shockwaves in Southern Africa": A look back at how the 2024 elections caused political shifts in the Southern Africa region.
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"Democratic Shockwaves in Southern Africa": A look back at how the 2024 elections caused political shifts in the Southern Africa region.
Read more ⤵️ europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/democratic-s...
Democratic Shockwaves in Southern Africa - European Democracy Hub
Southern Africa 2024 elections saw liberation parties lose dominance, voters demand reform, accountability and democratic change.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
November 5, 2025 at 4:33 PM
New article from the @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu:
"Democratic Shockwaves in Southern Africa": A look back at how the 2024 elections caused political shifts in the Southern Africa region.
Read more ⤵️ europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/democratic-s...
"Democratic Shockwaves in Southern Africa": A look back at how the 2024 elections caused political shifts in the Southern Africa region.
Read more ⤵️ europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/democratic-s...
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"Young people are not disengaged – they are redefining #participation."
💡 A must-read from @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu on the lessons structured systems of civic participation can learn from the way young people mobilise. 👇
💡 A must-read from @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu on the lessons structured systems of civic participation can learn from the way young people mobilise. 👇
📖 Often labelled as “youth”, young people are taken into account only when it comes to youth issues or in limited spaces like youth councils.
In search of alternative routes, they are developing new forms of civic engagement, rewriting the rules of political participation.
Latest article 👇
In search of alternative routes, they are developing new forms of civic engagement, rewriting the rules of political participation.
Latest article 👇
Misunderstanding Youth Activism: How Young People Are Rewriting Democracy
Youth activism is redefining democracy as young people create new paths of participation and inclusive political change.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
October 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
"Young people are not disengaged – they are redefining #participation."
💡 A must-read from @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu on the lessons structured systems of civic participation can learn from the way young people mobilise. 👇
💡 A must-read from @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu on the lessons structured systems of civic participation can learn from the way young people mobilise. 👇
Reposted by Evelyn Mantoiu
📖 The US has shifted towards engaging with Lukashenka's regime in #Belarus, a move that threatens to dismantle years of coordinated pressure.
The EU must not repeat the mistake of re-engagement, instead should sustain sanctions and double down on support for democratic forces.
Continue reading 👇
The EU must not repeat the mistake of re-engagement, instead should sustain sanctions and double down on support for democratic forces.
Continue reading 👇
Why the EU Must Not Engage With Lukashenka’s Regime in Belarus
EU sanctions on Belarus Lukashenka remain vital to curb authoritarianism, counter Russia’s influence, and support democratic forces.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
October 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
📖 The US has shifted towards engaging with Lukashenka's regime in #Belarus, a move that threatens to dismantle years of coordinated pressure.
The EU must not repeat the mistake of re-engagement, instead should sustain sanctions and double down on support for democratic forces.
Continue reading 👇
The EU must not repeat the mistake of re-engagement, instead should sustain sanctions and double down on support for democratic forces.
Continue reading 👇
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💬 The integrity of Moldova's parliamentary election is crucial for the country’s democratic future and should give momentum to ongoing democratic reforms.
Read our latest spotlight and learn about Moldova’s recent democratic reforms and remaining internal vulnerabilities ⤵️
Read our latest spotlight and learn about Moldova’s recent democratic reforms and remaining internal vulnerabilities ⤵️
Tackling the Pressing Challenges to Moldova’s Democracy - European Democracy Hub
Moldova democracy and election integrity face challenges from Russian interference, weak institutions, and public distrust.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
September 30, 2025 at 9:50 AM
💬 The integrity of Moldova's parliamentary election is crucial for the country’s democratic future and should give momentum to ongoing democratic reforms.
Read our latest spotlight and learn about Moldova’s recent democratic reforms and remaining internal vulnerabilities ⤵️
Read our latest spotlight and learn about Moldova’s recent democratic reforms and remaining internal vulnerabilities ⤵️
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📖 This Sunday’s parliamentary #election is a decisive test - one that could determine the durability of democratic progress and influence #Moldova’s EU accession prospects.
Read the latest spotlight 👇
Read the latest spotlight 👇
Tackling the Pressing Challenges to Moldova’s Democracy - European Democracy Hub
Moldova democracy and election integrity face challenges from Russian interference, weak institutions, and public distrust.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
September 22, 2025 at 11:51 AM
📖 This Sunday’s parliamentary #election is a decisive test - one that could determine the durability of democratic progress and influence #Moldova’s EU accession prospects.
Read the latest spotlight 👇
Read the latest spotlight 👇
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🌍 Over half the world is under 30, how many shape the decisions that affect their lives? Today EPD launches the first Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI), measuring how youth engage in public life worldwide.
🔍 Explore it here: www.gypi.epd.eu
#YouthParticipation #GYPI
🔍 Explore it here: www.gypi.epd.eu
#YouthParticipation #GYPI
June 18, 2025 at 8:13 AM
🌍 Over half the world is under 30, how many shape the decisions that affect their lives? Today EPD launches the first Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI), measuring how youth engage in public life worldwide.
🔍 Explore it here: www.gypi.epd.eu
#YouthParticipation #GYPI
🔍 Explore it here: www.gypi.epd.eu
#YouthParticipation #GYPI
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💬 "Building whole-of-society resilience means rethinking the democracy-security nexus as a two-way street, asking not only how to secure democracies from external threats but also how to streamline democratic principles within security policies [...]"
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✍️ Federica D'Alessandra
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✍️ Federica D'Alessandra
May 28, 2025 at 10:28 AM
💬 "Building whole-of-society resilience means rethinking the democracy-security nexus as a two-way street, asking not only how to secure democracies from external threats but also how to streamline democratic principles within security policies [...]"
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✍️ Federica D'Alessandra
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✍️ Federica D'Alessandra
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"Authoritarian efficiency is a myth; centralized power without accountability leads to failure."
www.journalofdemocra...
www.journalofdemocra...
Bolivia’s Silent Destruction | Journal of Democracy
Bolivia’s Amazon forests are becoming scorched earth, with millions of acres lost each year to raging fires. Worse, this disaster is being caused by a government more interested in corrupt profits…
www.journalofdemocracy.org
May 15, 2025 at 6:06 PM
"Authoritarian efficiency is a myth; centralized power without accountability leads to failure."
www.journalofdemocra...
www.journalofdemocra...
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#Hungary: the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ), which will hold its General Meeting in Budapest on 2-3 June, strongly condemns the bill tabled on Tuesday by the ruling party to crack down on independent media and NGOs that receive funding from abroad.
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/05...
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/05...
Hungary: EFJ condemns the Foreign Agent bill targeting independent media and NGOs
The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ), which will hold its General Meeting in Budapest on 2-3 June, strongly condemns the bill tabled on Tuesday ...
europeanjournalists.org
May 14, 2025 at 8:10 PM
#Hungary: the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ), which will hold its General Meeting in Budapest on 2-3 June, strongly condemns the bill tabled on Tuesday by the ruling party to crack down on independent media and NGOs that receive funding from abroad.
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/05...
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/05...
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Opportunity alert: Apply now for the Accelerators and Rising Stars Mentorships to grow your participatory democracy project.
Deadline: July 1, 2025
Includes training, mentorship, and funding.
With @nets4dem.eu and global partners.
Apply here: www.peoplepowered.org/news-content...
Deadline: July 1, 2025
Includes training, mentorship, and funding.
With @nets4dem.eu and global partners.
Apply here: www.peoplepowered.org/news-content...
Call for Applications: 3 ways to strengthen your participatory program — People Powered
Two new accelerators and one mentorship program to help you engage community members in participatory decision-making, boost the participation of traditionally marginalized groups, and mainstream high...
www.peoplepowered.org
May 15, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Opportunity alert: Apply now for the Accelerators and Rising Stars Mentorships to grow your participatory democracy project.
Deadline: July 1, 2025
Includes training, mentorship, and funding.
With @nets4dem.eu and global partners.
Apply here: www.peoplepowered.org/news-content...
Deadline: July 1, 2025
Includes training, mentorship, and funding.
With @nets4dem.eu and global partners.
Apply here: www.peoplepowered.org/news-content...
Great to be at the Copenhagen Democracy summit!
Looking forward to our session with the @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu later today! #CDS2025
Looking forward to our session with the @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu later today! #CDS2025
May 13, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Great to be at the Copenhagen Democracy summit!
Looking forward to our session with the @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu later today! #CDS2025
Looking forward to our session with the @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu later today! #CDS2025
Discover our latest deep dive looking at civic movements and what these mean for democracy 👇
JUST OUT 📚
Civic movements are increasingly driving democratic processes around the world - but donors often struggle to engage given the lack of accountability mechanisms.
Our new report offers insights into how donors can better support this new phase of civic movements.
👉 ow.ly/FLl250VMPu4
Civic movements are increasingly driving democratic processes around the world - but donors often struggle to engage given the lack of accountability mechanisms.
Our new report offers insights into how donors can better support this new phase of civic movements.
👉 ow.ly/FLl250VMPu4
May 6, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Discover our latest deep dive looking at civic movements and what these mean for democracy 👇
Reposted by Evelyn Mantoiu
CItizens do not often vote with the intention of dismantling their own democracies.
"Voters...were in many cases choosing well-known, experienced political figures who were promising to reform democracy, not dismantle it."
www.journalofdemocra...
"Voters...were in many cases choosing well-known, experienced political figures who were promising to reform democracy, not dismantle it."
www.journalofdemocra...
Beyond Performance: Why Leaders Still Matter | Journal of Democracy
Delivery matters, but so do leaders’ actions. Why have so many, in both strong and weak economies, been pushing against democratic constraints on their power, and why have those constraints failed to…
www.journalofdemocracy.org
May 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
CItizens do not often vote with the intention of dismantling their own democracies.
"Voters...were in many cases choosing well-known, experienced political figures who were promising to reform democracy, not dismantle it."
www.journalofdemocra...
"Voters...were in many cases choosing well-known, experienced political figures who were promising to reform democracy, not dismantle it."
www.journalofdemocra...
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📖 | While autocratisation remains a pressing concern, there’s a growing focus on building democratic resilience.
We asked leading experts to reflect on how this concept should be understood and its significance for future political developments 👇
We asked leading experts to reflect on how this concept should be understood and its significance for future political developments 👇
A New Dynamic of Democratic Resilience? - European Democracy Hub
While autocratisation remains a pressing concern, a parallel focus on democratic resilience has begun to emerge.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
April 29, 2025 at 9:45 AM
📖 | While autocratisation remains a pressing concern, there’s a growing focus on building democratic resilience.
We asked leading experts to reflect on how this concept should be understood and its significance for future political developments 👇
We asked leading experts to reflect on how this concept should be understood and its significance for future political developments 👇
Reposted by Evelyn Mantoiu
🆕| In their latest for @carnegieendowment.org, Thomas Carothers & McKenzie Carrier examine 4 ongoing efforts at re-democratization. What provisional insights about democratic recovery arise from these cases?
Read the full paper here👇
Read the full paper here👇
Democratic Recovery After Significant Backsliding: Emergent Lessons
In a global political landscape marked by twenty years of widespread democratic backsliding, some good news exists: in a handful of countries where leaders significantly undercut democratic norms and ...
carnegieendowment.org
April 29, 2025 at 2:41 PM
🆕| In their latest for @carnegieendowment.org, Thomas Carothers & McKenzie Carrier examine 4 ongoing efforts at re-democratization. What provisional insights about democratic recovery arise from these cases?
Read the full paper here👇
Read the full paper here👇
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#Programmes 🧩
💭 What democracy do we want for 2040? The answer to this question cannot but include #youth!
📢 @youthdecide2040.bsky.social is looking for participants for regional workshops to think and co-design the future of European #democracy.
Have a look below! ⬇️
💭 What democracy do we want for 2040? The answer to this question cannot but include #youth!
📢 @youthdecide2040.bsky.social is looking for participants for regional workshops to think and co-design the future of European #democracy.
Have a look below! ⬇️
📣 Youth Decide 2040 is looking for participants to join our regional workshops and co-create the future of European democracy!
Be part of an immersive workshop where diverse voices come together to imagine and shape resilient, thriving European democracies.
Who can apply? ⤵️
Be part of an immersive workshop where diverse voices come together to imagine and shape resilient, thriving European democracies.
Who can apply? ⤵️
April 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
#Programmes 🧩
💭 What democracy do we want for 2040? The answer to this question cannot but include #youth!
📢 @youthdecide2040.bsky.social is looking for participants for regional workshops to think and co-design the future of European #democracy.
Have a look below! ⬇️
💭 What democracy do we want for 2040? The answer to this question cannot but include #youth!
📢 @youthdecide2040.bsky.social is looking for participants for regional workshops to think and co-design the future of European #democracy.
Have a look below! ⬇️
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🎉 This week's BB ⬇️
📘 Rule of Law: More Action, Less Reaction
📝 Elections in Gabon | @theconversation.com
🎙️ Digital Rights = Human Rights: Why It Matters
📍 The US Funding Freeze and Its Impact on Global Civil Society | 7 May
💼 @article19.bsky.social is hiring!
📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa
📘 Rule of Law: More Action, Less Reaction
📝 Elections in Gabon | @theconversation.com
🎙️ Digital Rights = Human Rights: Why It Matters
📍 The US Funding Freeze and Its Impact on Global Civil Society | 7 May
💼 @article19.bsky.social is hiring!
📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa
April 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM
🎉 This week's BB ⬇️
📘 Rule of Law: More Action, Less Reaction
📝 Elections in Gabon | @theconversation.com
🎙️ Digital Rights = Human Rights: Why It Matters
📍 The US Funding Freeze and Its Impact on Global Civil Society | 7 May
💼 @article19.bsky.social is hiring!
📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa
📘 Rule of Law: More Action, Less Reaction
📝 Elections in Gabon | @theconversation.com
🎙️ Digital Rights = Human Rights: Why It Matters
📍 The US Funding Freeze and Its Impact on Global Civil Society | 7 May
💼 @article19.bsky.social is hiring!
📬 ow.ly/Xwpk50V7vpa
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#SaveTheDate
📌 2025 will be a turning point for #democracy.
Events such as the effects of the Trump presidency and rising citizen protests call into question the future strength of democratic institutions and principles. 🧵
📌 2025 will be a turning point for #democracy.
Events such as the effects of the Trump presidency and rising citizen protests call into question the future strength of democratic institutions and principles. 🧵
February 25, 2025 at 12:26 PM
#SaveTheDate
📌 2025 will be a turning point for #democracy.
Events such as the effects of the Trump presidency and rising citizen protests call into question the future strength of democratic institutions and principles. 🧵
📌 2025 will be a turning point for #democracy.
Events such as the effects of the Trump presidency and rising citizen protests call into question the future strength of democratic institutions and principles. 🧵
Reposted by Evelyn Mantoiu
#Policy💬
🔴 Democracy faces global threats.
📌 The EU starts negotiations over its next seven-year budget and, as a community of democracy support organisations, we outline six principle recommendations to bolster democracy aid.
Access our joint statement 🖇️ epd.eu/content/uplo...
🔴 Democracy faces global threats.
📌 The EU starts negotiations over its next seven-year budget and, as a community of democracy support organisations, we outline six principle recommendations to bolster democracy aid.
Access our joint statement 🖇️ epd.eu/content/uplo...
April 10, 2025 at 9:24 AM
#Policy💬
🔴 Democracy faces global threats.
📌 The EU starts negotiations over its next seven-year budget and, as a community of democracy support organisations, we outline six principle recommendations to bolster democracy aid.
Access our joint statement 🖇️ epd.eu/content/uplo...
🔴 Democracy faces global threats.
📌 The EU starts negotiations over its next seven-year budget and, as a community of democracy support organisations, we outline six principle recommendations to bolster democracy aid.
Access our joint statement 🖇️ epd.eu/content/uplo...
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We just launched our Joint Statement with democracy partners asking the EU for sufficient funding to support democracy and safeguard a democratic and free world through the next EU multiyear budget (MFF). Please support and share further!
Democracy faces global threats. As the EU starts negotiations over its next 7-year budget, @eedemocracy.bsky.social, @enopeu.bsky.social, @epd.eu, @internationalidea.bsky.social & @opengovpartnership.org, outline 6 key recommendations to #SupportDemocracy in a joint statement➡️ epd.eu/content/uplo...
April 10, 2025 at 9:19 AM
We just launched our Joint Statement with democracy partners asking the EU for sufficient funding to support democracy and safeguard a democratic and free world through the next EU multiyear budget (MFF). Please support and share further!
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🔍 Pause. Think. Check.
Do you check the facts before you share content on social media?
On International Fact-Checking Day, learn how to check that the content you post and read online is accurate with four simple steps.
🔗 More tips on how to avoid disinformation 👉 europa.eu/!dmfBXm
Do you check the facts before you share content on social media?
On International Fact-Checking Day, learn how to check that the content you post and read online is accurate with four simple steps.
🔗 More tips on how to avoid disinformation 👉 europa.eu/!dmfBXm
April 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🔍 Pause. Think. Check.
Do you check the facts before you share content on social media?
On International Fact-Checking Day, learn how to check that the content you post and read online is accurate with four simple steps.
🔗 More tips on how to avoid disinformation 👉 europa.eu/!dmfBXm
Do you check the facts before you share content on social media?
On International Fact-Checking Day, learn how to check that the content you post and read online is accurate with four simple steps.
🔗 More tips on how to avoid disinformation 👉 europa.eu/!dmfBXm
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The EU's cautious response to Brazil's potential democratic opening in 2022 revealed the limits of the union's capacity to take decisive action, argues @oliverstuenkel.bsky.social.
Read his analysis in @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu's new report👇
Read his analysis in @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu's new report👇
Brazil’s Presidential Transition: A Chance for Re-engagement - European Democracy Hub
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s defeat of Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil’s 2022 presidential election marked a pivotal moment of democratic restoration.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
April 1, 2025 at 4:31 PM
The EU's cautious response to Brazil's potential democratic opening in 2022 revealed the limits of the union's capacity to take decisive action, argues @oliverstuenkel.bsky.social.
Read his analysis in @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu's new report👇
Read his analysis in @europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu's new report👇
Reposted by Evelyn Mantoiu
The suspension and reduction of US democracy funding have created a shortfall of around $2 billion per year.
It is clear that Europe alone cannot compensate for this gap, but there are still strategic actions Europe can take during these challenging times.
Continue reading 👇
It is clear that Europe alone cannot compensate for this gap, but there are still strategic actions Europe can take during these challenging times.
Continue reading 👇
Filling the USAID Gap: How Europe Can Step Up to Support Democracy - European Democracy Hub
Since President Trump declared a freeze on federal assistance, implementer organisations and local recipients have been scrambling.
europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu
April 2, 2025 at 2:06 PM
The suspension and reduction of US democracy funding have created a shortfall of around $2 billion per year.
It is clear that Europe alone cannot compensate for this gap, but there are still strategic actions Europe can take during these challenging times.
Continue reading 👇
It is clear that Europe alone cannot compensate for this gap, but there are still strategic actions Europe can take during these challenging times.
Continue reading 👇
Reposted by Evelyn Mantoiu
📚 While the world continues to suffer democratic regression, some countries have seen pro-democracy developments.
How has the EU responded to moments of democratic opportunity?
Our report explores 6 case studies on Brazil, Montenegro, Guatemala, Thailand, Zambia, & Bangladesh.
👉 ow.ly/lPAn50Vmgfo
How has the EU responded to moments of democratic opportunity?
Our report explores 6 case studies on Brazil, Montenegro, Guatemala, Thailand, Zambia, & Bangladesh.
👉 ow.ly/lPAn50Vmgfo
March 31, 2025 at 1:20 PM
📚 While the world continues to suffer democratic regression, some countries have seen pro-democracy developments.
How has the EU responded to moments of democratic opportunity?
Our report explores 6 case studies on Brazil, Montenegro, Guatemala, Thailand, Zambia, & Bangladesh.
👉 ow.ly/lPAn50Vmgfo
How has the EU responded to moments of democratic opportunity?
Our report explores 6 case studies on Brazil, Montenegro, Guatemala, Thailand, Zambia, & Bangladesh.
👉 ow.ly/lPAn50Vmgfo
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How do we protect democracy from foreign interference and manipulation?
Together with 49 orgs, we are adding our voice to the 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 (𝗘𝗗𝗦)🛡️, the Commission new initiative to safeguard democracy by focusing on information integrity.
Check our set of recommendations for the EDS! 👇
Together with 49 orgs, we are adding our voice to the 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 (𝗘𝗗𝗦)🛡️, the Commission new initiative to safeguard democracy by focusing on information integrity.
Check our set of recommendations for the EDS! 👇
🛡️The new European Democracy Shield (EDS) is being prepared by the European Commission and will cover the EU’s key work in supporting #democracy.
📌 How can it effectively protect and boost democracy? With 49 organisations, EPD has laid out the priorities and recommendations for an effective EDS. 🧵
📌 How can it effectively protect and boost democracy? With 49 organisations, EPD has laid out the priorities and recommendations for an effective EDS. 🧵
March 25, 2025 at 1:34 PM
How do we protect democracy from foreign interference and manipulation?
Together with 49 orgs, we are adding our voice to the 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 (𝗘𝗗𝗦)🛡️, the Commission new initiative to safeguard democracy by focusing on information integrity.
Check our set of recommendations for the EDS! 👇
Together with 49 orgs, we are adding our voice to the 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 (𝗘𝗗𝗦)🛡️, the Commission new initiative to safeguard democracy by focusing on information integrity.
Check our set of recommendations for the EDS! 👇