Democracy Without Borders

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.

UN cuts its human rights budget amid rising violations worldwide
UN budget cuts reflect growing political pressure on human rights, as China and allies push for defunding while civil society warns of weakening global protections and accountability.
DWB | 19.01.2026
New document advances vision of UN reform under a “Second UN Charter”
Presented in New York, new protocols outline reforms to the UN system, including financing, civil society participation, disarmament, and the composition of a proposed Parliamentary Assembly.
DWB | 09.01.2026
Global Civic Assembly to deliberate on food systems and climate change
A diverse global panel of 105 citizens will meet online in 2026 to develop recommendations on sustainable food systems and climate action, aiming to influence global governance and policy debates.
DWB | 12.12.2025
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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