Democracy Hub Africa

[Global Democracy Coalition @GloDemCoalition]

Three days from now, the Americas come together in Asunción for a forum built around a simple but urgent premise: democratic renewal is not theoretical, it is lived, practiced, and shaped by the people who show up to do the work. The GDC Americas Forum 2026, co‑hosted with our Coalition Partner @AlmaCivica, arrives at a moment when the region is navigating profound democratic pressures while also generating some of the most compelling civic innovations anywhere in the world.

This year’s Forum is intentionally designed as a dynamic space. Day 1 opens in hybrid format, inviting participants across the hemisphere into a shared regional narrative, one that acknowledges democratic stress but refuses to be defined by it. The conversations move across legitimacy, participation, civic space, disinformation, and the shifting social dynamics that are reshaping how democracy is experienced in everyday life. Yet the day also highlights the counter‑currents: youth leadership, feminist organizing, territorial governance, civic tech, and the creative practices that are rebuilding trust from the ground up.

Day 2 shifts fully in‑person and fully into action. Through thematic labs, participants will prototype solutions, map alliances, and define concrete steps the region can take over the next months. It is a day built for doing, not just discussing, and it reflects the Forum’s commitment to turning insight into momentum.

The accompanying graphics showcase the speakers and sessions that will anchor these two days, an extraordinary group of thinkers, organizers, researchers, and community leaders whose work is shaping democratic futures across the Americas.

The Forum is more than a gathering. It is a regional contribution to a global democratic agenda, a moment to align across borders, and an invitation to imagine what renewal looks like when it begins with the people living its challenges and possibilities every day.

Additional information and registration details are in the comments.
#GDCAmericasForum #GDCForum2026 #KeepDemocracyAlive

[Dr Matthew Ayibakuro @Matthewbycredo]

Last week I joined our partners at Yiaga Africa (@yiaga) for a Gen Z Democratic Innovation Lab in Abuja, with support from @ukinnigeria

In the context of a challenging democratic context, it was encouraging to listen to the resolve of young people to continue to design, build and iterate innovative solutions to strengthen electoral participation and integrity ahead of the 2027 polls.

[The Charter Project Africa @charter_africa]

🌍 Exciting news! The @AU_ECOSOCC is crafting a groundbreaking State of Citizens Engagement Report to champion civil society involvement across #Africa.

📊 Your opinion matters! Participate in the survey & spread the word:
https://t.co/7m1Vc8FCep

#AfricanUnion #CharterAfrica

[Afrobarometer @afrobarometer]

Even though three-fourths of Africans support elections as the best way to choose their leaders, many don’t think their elections work very well. See Afrobarometer’s latest in @thecontinent_

#VoicesAfrica #Elections

[Alliance of Democracies @AoDemocracies]

Today we launch the 2024 Democracy Perception Index in collaboration with @LatanaBrand!

🌍 Over 63,000 voices from 53 countries weigh in on democracy, government priorities, global powers, tech, and support for Ukraine and Taiwan.

Explore the findings: https://t.co/GEmOPPb5eF

[Yiaga Africa @YIAGA]

When Akwa Ibom State holds its next local government elections, we hope that the quality of the elections will increase in terms of its credibility.
Here are some recommendations on how to make that happen.
You can read the rest in our communique here:
https://t.co/w6EoTSUyvZ

[European Democracy Hub @eudemocracyhub]

📍​​I Taiwan's fascinating civic tech initiatives : discover how technology is reshaping democracy and witness the power of #DemocraticInnovations in Civic engagement.

Read the full case study by @mingsho_ho ➡️ https://t.co/yeYyRd8poY

[Athens Democracy Forum @ForumAthens]

Just a couple of weeks left!

[World Movement @MoveDemocracy]

As part of @MoveDemocracy’s conversation series, join “Enabling Civic Space: Using Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations for CSOs Advocacy” on March 26 at 9:30 AM Eastern Time, led by @Spaces4Change's director @VictoriaOhaeri.

Register here: https://t.co/PZUJx8D8HF

[International IDEA @Int_IDEA]

Read the latest updates on the 3rd #SummitforDemocracy in the #S4D Newsletter⬇️

In the lead up to the Summit on 18-20 March, subscribe for weekly updates: https://t.co/fgrUhovYWj

An initiative by @AccountLab and @Int_IDEA under the
@GloDemCoalition.
https://t.co/rJily9efbj

[Women's Democracy Network @wdn]

Happy International Women's Day! At #WDN we believe in empowering women to participate fully in democracy. We equip women with the skills to engage in civic and political life, fostering inclusive and robust democracies worldwide🌍. #IWD2024

[World Movement @MoveDemocracy]

This #IWD2024 @MoveDemocracy celebrates the remarkable efforts of women building democracy. Today, we highlight the stories of women who are working to foster more inclusive governance and societies. Learn more about them here: https://t.co/AnREjld4aD

[Kofi Annan Foundation @KofiAnnanFdn]

This International Women's Day, join us in raising awareness of the importance of investing in women to accelerate progress!

"Gender equality is more than a goal in itself. It is a precondition for meeting the challenge of reducing poverty, promoting sustainable development and building good governance." - Kofi Annan ✨

At the Kofi Annan Foundation, we continue to honour Kofi Annan's legacy for a world where equality, sustainability, and good governance are not just ideals but realities.

📸 UN Photo/Evan Schneider

#EqualityForAll #GenderEquality #IWD #InvestinWomen #InternationalWomensDay #KofiAnnan

[Kofi Annan Foundation @KofiAnnanFdn]

An important and insightful report by @IPUparliament ahead of #IWD2024 . Democracy is also about allowing all elected officials- including women MPs - to discharge their political responsibilities safely . 🗳️ 🌎

[World Movement @MoveDemocracy]

“What @MoveDemocracy means to me is that there are people around the world who just like me are working to advance democratic values and freedom.” @Chivucute, Executive Director of @friendsofangola, shares his experience joining a global community of action at the #WM11Assembly.

[Athens Democracy Forum @ForumAthens]

Meet @YordanosEyoel, the driving force behind @Kesebglobal, an organization dedicated to countering authoritarianism and advancing inclusive #democracies.

Don't miss her insights from the 'Tools of Democracy Tutorial: Democracy #Entrepreneurs panel: https://t.co/5rORY9XGZt

[Demo Finland @DemoFinland]

Only 2 weeks until the #Summit4Democracy in Korea!

Will you be there? Join us in this discussion on how #democracy education can increase meaningful youth inclusion!
https://t.co/6AnTbQCUHI

[Women's Democracy Network @wdn]

This #WomensHistoryMonth, WDN celebrates the remarkable women who shape and strengthen our network every day. Here's to honoring their achievements and cheering for their continued successes🌟!

[Freedom House @freedomhouse]

Global freedom declined for the 18th year in a row in 2023, according to #FreedomInTheWorld 2024.

Attacks on pluralism harmed elections and promoted violence—jeopardizing basic freedoms.

52 countries suffered score declines, while only 21 improved.

https://t.co/ihgeaOKQWZ

[Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) @WFD_Democracy]

We need more women's political leadership. Online violence against women is a major barrier to achieving that goal.

WFD governors @MariaMillerUK and @JulieElliottMP, and WFD's @shannonmoc spoke to @politicshome's @_CaitlinDoherty

Read on 👇 #WFDWomenLead https://t.co/7vZ6AZXVI7