Program Areas

Program Areas

Democracy Without Borders strives for a democratic world community.

We promote a right to democracy at all levels, global institutions that are democratic and effective, and equal global citizenship.

Why are political protests surging around the world?
To help illuminate and analyze the notable number of major antigovernment protests that have been occurring around the world in recent years, the Carnegie Endowment maintains the Global Protest Tracker, which
Thomas Carothers and Judy Lee | 07.04.2025
The UN cannot continue to stand by as democracy retreats
Despite democracy being a core principle of the United Nations, there is no dedicated UN mechanism to monitor and protect it. This article makes the case for the appointment of a UN Special Rapporteur.
Yuyun Wahyuningrum | 03.04.2025
We the inhabitants of the world: a call for contributions
The Open Science Justice Lab at the University of Amsterdam has launched a project to advance research and knowledge sharing in support of developing a global constitution. Contributions are welcome.
Joyeeta Gupta | 31.03.2025
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Promoting the right to democracy at all levels, from the local to the global, is a main concern of Democracy Without Borders. Free, fair and democratic elections are the basis for legitimate government. We support democratization processes everywhere and work for worldwide democracy. Learn more

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Democracy Without Borders supports strengthening international cooperation and promotes democratic representation and participation at the global level. We advocate the creation of a UN Parliamentary Assembly as a step towards a world parliament and a global constitution. Learn more

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Democracy Without Borders calls for a UN World Citizens’ Initiative that gives a voice to every human being as a global citizen. We promote equal global citizenship and advocate for civic education from a planetary perspective that helps develop a sense of global identity and solidarity. Learn more