Missions Publiques’ Post

With @RobertoSaviano we would like to remind this 1st of May that the EU is a collective project engaging many stakeholders from many different horizons and disciplines. The most important are certainly the citizens. At the end of the day, we are all citizens. Civicism should be the bottom-up driving force of Europe, it has not always been the case but when the debate around the Brexit referendum took place, civil society stood up and citizens developed the awareness that the European project can die. The strategic force is according to the treaty the European Council : so, concretely, the 27 heads of state and government are in charge of the strategic programme for 2024-2029. We considered that the civic engagement has been high and somehow has empowered the political leadership to take ambitious positions. We point out in our text the Conclave works and its philosophy but also the Conclave report Europe 2040 : Tomorrow Is now. Co-building a global, sustainable and responsible power which proposes four priorities for the coming EU agenda : geopolitics; science and tech; development model with the production of new common / public goods that no member state can make alone; democracy. Now that there is a leak on the draft strategic agenda, it is clear that democracy is neglected. We call for a much higher ambition in terms of democracy and we remind that this ambition is under the responsibility of political leaders and not the citizens. We consider that citizens and leaders should cooperate, but this cooperation has to be wished and initiated by the political leadership and in the specific case of the strategic agenda by the president of the European Council Charles Michel with the support of his colleagues. https://lnkd.in/gmx8NK9f

My colleagues and I from SIC Group participated in the annual American Political Science Association (APSA) conference. As researchers and practitioners, we consistently engage in such events, as they provide valuable insights, especially during this U.S. election year. Key topics discussed included the role of political parties in strengthening democracy, the challenges and innovations in global democratic processes, and the impact of artificial intelligence on democracy. These discussions are particularly relevant now, with the upcoming elections in the U.S., as they directly affect the future of American democracy and its political system. Regarding the U.S., the conference emphasized the future of political parties, the real and potential threats to democracy, and the processes of democratic renovation and innovation. These are critical in the current landscape of shifting party dynamics and changing political sentiment. On the foreign policy front, discussions centered on global democratic challenges, innovations, and how the U.S. can address these issues on the international stage. Special attention was given to the role of nonprofits in democracy and how they can support civic capacities and strengthen democratic processes worldwide. • #APSA2024 • #PoliticalScience • #USPolitics • #Elections2024 • #Democracy • #PoliticalConsulting • #ArtificialIntelligence • #DemocraticInnovation • #GlobalPolitics • #PoliticalParties • #NonprofitsAndDemocracy • #CivicEngagement • #ForeignPolicy • #PoliticalResearch • #PublicPolicy • #SICGroup

Just came across this great piece from Aude Darnal in World Politics Review full of useful sources and a nice overview of ongoing debates for those of us teaching/researching the #GlobalSouth. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dUek7etM #BRICS, #GlobalSouth, #development

Development in the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean is advancing slowly, has stalled, or is regressing. We need citizens to express their idea and be part of the solutions. 🗣 Make your voice heard at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly! Share your ideas in the Voices for the Future consultation. ➡ https://lnkd.in/eMdKiF8v To governments for all 🙌! #linkedintt #undptt #ideasexchange

👀 Where are Europe’s democracy blind spots? 🇪🇺 While the #EU has recently adopted a citizen-centric approach to democracy through initiatives like the Conference on the Future of Europe, these efforts remain top-down, reproducing a highly depoliticised view of #democracy and creating micro-macro disconnects. 💡Alvaro Oleart argues that genuine participatory democracy requires wider democratic pluralism and agonistic politicisation, as well as stronger horizontal and vertical connections. 🔗 Read the article 👉 https://lnkd.in/efig44ky - 📚 This contribution is part of our “Europe’s Democracy Blind Spots” project, highlighting overlooked concerns in Europe’s democracy that blind us to deeper issues of democratic renewal. Check the full publication now 👉 https://ow.ly/YavX50SBbmy

📢 Make.org is proud to announce our support for the “Call to Defend Democracy”.  Together with over 250 signatories and International IDEA, we call upon the next #EU leadership to adopt ten priorities to place democracy—at home and abroad—at the top of the policy agenda. Rise of hatred, election interference, spread of manipulative information and threats to journalists… Democracy in Europe is currently facing many challenges. It is necessary that the #EUelections2024 reaffirm the EU’s commitment to democratic values. These 10 priorities represent the strong commitment the EU has to make to prioritise democracy during the next five years. We urge the future authorities of the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union, and the European Commission to use these elections to make democracy the first priority of the EU. Discover the priorities : https://lnkd.in/eBSnt4cK #EUElections2024 #UseYourVote  🇫🇷 📢 Make.org est fier d'avoir répondu à l'appel de International IDEA en signant leur « Call to Defend Democracy ».  Aux côtés de 250 signataires, nous appelons les prochains leaders européens à adopter dix priorités pour placer la démocratie en haut de l’agenda européen.  Montée  des discours de haine, ingérence électorale, propagation d'informations manipulatrices et menaces contre les journalistes…  La démocratie en Europe fait actuellement face à de nombreux défis, tant à l'intérieur qu'à l'extérieur de ses frontières. Il est nécessaire que les #électionseuropéennes2024 réaffirment l'engagement de l'UE envers les valeurs démocratiques. Ces 10 priorités représentent l'engagement que l'UE doit prendre pour donner la priorité à la démocratie au cours des cinq prochaines années. Nous exhortons les futures autorités du Parlement européen, du Conseil européen et de la Commission européenne à utiliser ces élections pour faire de la démocratie la première priorité de l'UE. Découvrez les priorités : https://lnkd.in/eBSnt4cK #électionseuropéennes2024 #UtilisezVotreVoix

CRSS's latest report on Youth, Politics, and Democracy in Pakistan sheds light on the dual challenge facing the nation's democracy: a disillusioned youth and traditional structures. Inclusion and meaningful participation are crucial for a robust democratic future. #Pakistan #Democracy #Politics #YouthEmpowerment Read more: https://lnkd.in/eEX7Rmy5

As a government representative of #Armenia, I attended the first plenary meeting of the EC Steering Committee on #Democracy (#CDDEM) held in Strasbourg on 13-14 May 2024. The meeting was inaugurated by the Secretary-General, Marija Pejčinović Burić, and the President of the Ministers' Deputies, Domenik Wanger. Delegates from 39 member states, including Armenia, convened to address the current democratic challenges and outline the committee's priorities for the 2024-2025 biennium. A major focus for the CDDEM over the next two years is the development of parameters to implement the Reykjavik Principles for Democracy. The committee aims to empower Civic Space by updating the legal status of non-governmental organizations. The committee will also formulate guidance to enhance civil society participation in the Council of Europe’s activities and examine the benefits and risks of using Artificial intelligence in public discourse on democratic processes. #democracy #CSO #NGO #AI #transparency #accountability #inclusion #CivicSpace #EC #CouncilofEurope The Government of the Republic of Armenia https://lnkd.in/dkjwpajM

Some of the rising threats to democracy include toxic polarization, disinformation and fake news, restrictive laws and bans on rights, intimidation of the press, increasing attacks on courts, and an increase in inequality. Join us in a cycle of regional dialogues hosted by our 7 hubs to discuss and reflect on how we can strengthen democracy across the world. It is important to create safe spaces to discuss and put the issues on top, to reflect on what is happening in each region and what can be done- or deepened- by civil society and key actors.

Save the Date! Regional Dialogues on Democracy and Civic Space We're excited to announce a cycle of regional dialogues hosted by our seven Hubs, dedicated to defending civic space and strengthening democracy across the world. These online sessions will bring together voices from MENA, South Asia, East Asia, Central Asia, the Pacific, Africa, and Latin America & the Caribbean, and provide a space for open discussion, advocacy, and reflection on the critical challenges that we are facing nowadays. 📉 Recent data indicates a global decline in democracy, marked by threats like toxic polarization, disinformation, restrictive laws, and increasing inequality. With over 2 billion voters in 50 countries facing election processes this year, it's imperative to reflect on these pressing issues. Join us in exchanging ideas and crafting sustainable solutions to empower communities and safeguard our fundamental freedoms. 🔗 Find the links to register to the different webinars here: https://lnkd.in/g-fXUgAm #InnovationForChange #Democracy #CivicSpace #RegionalDialogues #DigitalTechnology #DigitalDemocracy Innovation for Change - Middle East & North Africa Innovation for Change (I4C) South Asia Innovation for Change - Africa Hub PartnersGlobal