EED partner Polygon for Women's Excellence Sofia is raising awareness of gender-based corruption in Montenegro through the Let Stana Be Heard project Read more: en.vijesti.me/vijesti/drus... This initiative is funded thanks to the contribution of the European Union Delegation in Montenegro to EED

Corruption has gender: Ginjol doll Stana speaks out on behalf of women from the north

The goal of the project, as coordinator Rebeka Čilović told Vijesti, is to open a space for public discourse about the experiences of women who face corruption, political...

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On 17 September, we mark the 12th edition of International Democracy Day, bringing together leaders, institutions and activists from around the world to explore the growing pressures on democracy and the solutions emerging in response. Learn more: idd-brussels.eu

In June, more than 400 civil society leaders gathered in Gdańsk ahead of URC 2026 to present the #GdanskCommonMessage Ukraine's recovery must be people-centred, grounded in human rights and built with with civil society as a strategic partner. www.instagram.com/reel/DbDxAa1...

As Ukraine faces immense challenges, women leaders are driving change across the country. In April, EU Ambassador Katarína Mathernová joined the School of Democracy Leaders Development and exchanging ideas with activists and leaders from across Ukraine. www.instagram.com/reel/DXbjgLy...

Across Ukraine, local organisations continue to support their communities by strengthening independent media, fostering civic engagement, and helping people navigate the profound challenges brought by Russia's war.

Ukraine is defending itself while preserving the foundations of democracy, helping secure its future as a democratic partner. Learn more: democracyendowment.eu/annualreport...

Very saddened by the passing of Aliaksandr Milinkevich, Belarusian democratic leader, activist and academic. We honour your wisdom, courage and lifelong commitment to a democratic and independent Belarus. Your legacy will live on. Rest in peace Aliaksandr. Photo: Nasha Niva

"When you want to convince the community, you need to bring them together and open the doors between them,” say Rozana Radio, a media of Syrian journalists telling the untold stories of their country. Read more: democracyendowment.eu/stories/rozana

📢 Registrations are open! Join us for the 12th edition of the annual gathering of democracy leaders, institutions and activists from across the globe. 🌍 “What’s Next for Democracy? | Innovation and Alliances in a Changing World” 🗓️ 17 Sep 2026 🔗 Register: idd-brussels.eu/registration

Yesterday, with EED's support, a Sudan-focused panel took place at the DW Global Media Forum. The panel presented concrete examples of how community investment and civil society partnerships built durable reporting networks between frontline local media and international media.

More than 400 civil society leaders gathered in Gdańsk ahead of #URC2026 to present the #GdanskCommonMessage. #Ukraine's recovery must be people-centred, grounded in human rights, and built through genuine partnership with civil society as a strategic partner. democracyendowment.eu/news/civil-s...

Zerkalo covers the everyday issues of people inside Belarus not reported in state-controlled media. Despite huge repression, over 55% of their 27 million views per month are from inside the country. Read more: democracyendowment.eu/stories/zerk...

Ahead of negotiations on the next MFF and the Global Europe funding instrument, EED calls on the European Parliament to firmly anchor democracy in plans, ensuring it is grounded in strong objectives and general principles and sufficiently funded. Read the full statement: tinyurl.com/mryjw5yh

Another day – another story. Today's focus is #Syria, where EED partners are helping to build the conditions necessary for democratic transition and long-term stability. Read or listen: democracyendowment.eu/annualreport...

The European Endowment for Democracy (EED) | IV. SYRIA: A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR A DEMOCRATIC TRANSITION

A civil society ecosystem nurtured during years of repression is seizing the opportunity at this moment of democratic opening<br /> EED’S LONG-TERM STRATEGIC SUPPORT OF DEMOCRACY…

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We continue the week of EED's Impact briefs with #Moldova, where EED’s timely support helped independent media win Europe’s most intense disinformation war. democracyendowment.eu/annualreport...

The European Endowment for Democracy (EED) | III. MOLDOVA: DEMOCRACY STRIKES BACK

With EED’s timely support, independent media win Europe’s most intense disinformation war<br /> Moldova entered the 2025 election cycle under unprecedented hybrid pressure from Russia…

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Have you explored EED's impact briefs yet? Today's highlight is #Belarus, where flexible EED support helped stabilise core capacity and preserve access to independent information and civic engagement in an extremely restrictive environment. democracyendowment.eu/annualreport...

The European Endowment for Democracy (EED) | II. BELARUS: DEMOCRACY IN EXILE

With EED’s backing, access to independent information and civic engagement is preserved inside Belarus, while democratic leadership in exile remains relevant in international…

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Democracy is under threat - but change is happening. EED Annual Report 2025 features 6 impact briefs from Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus, Albania, Turkey & Syria. We start with #Albania. Read or listen: democracyendowment.eu/annualreport...

The European Endowment for Democracy (EED) | I. ALBANIA: SUPPORTING DEMOCRATIC PRACTICES

A new media-civic-political ecosystem emerges with EED’s support<br /> Albania’s public sphere has long been shaped by a political duopoly and a civil society absorbed into state…

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When Furkan Saliu walked into his director’s office to resign, he did not expect others to follow. A journalist, a cameraman, a video editor, all joined him. They had families, homes, responsibilities. But the truth mattered more to them than the risks. democracyendowment.eu/stories/port...

Speaking at the 2026 @eudiplomacy.bsky.social #FIMI conference, EED Executive Director @pomianowski.bsky.social said that the front line against disinformation is in Europe's neighbourhood. EU Neighbourhood frontline civil society aren't just defending their democracies. They're defending ours.

On 17 March, EED Executive Director, Jerzy Pomianowski, launched EED Annual Report in @afet.europarl.europa.eu ➡️ In 2025 EED was the first to provide emergency funds after US funding freeze ➡️ Its work was recognised in the #DemocracyShield Communication Details: democracyendowment.eu/annualreport...

A Syrian journalist turned civil society leader is bringing together young people from fractured communities to build bridges and foster political education in the polarised society of 2025 Syria. Read more: democracyendowment.eu/stories/wome...

At the height of Assad’s atrocities, Sasha Ayoub stayed in Syria to lead Stories Film Now in its 4th edition, Stories Film Lab empowers Syrian filmmakers with mentorship, community & inspires them to advocate for cinematic rights & cultural dialogue Read more: democracyendowment.eu/stories/stor...

Long before international programmes, Nagi was driven by a simple, stubborn conviction: knowledge and power do not live in institutions; they live in people. That belief shapes Takamol, the Sudanese organisation he co-founded to strengthen civil society. tinyurl.com/2hh6nfk8

Peace of Art began in 2016 as a humanitarian group and artistic academy, giving Lebanese youth a chance to develop their creative skills. Founder Mahdi Yahya believes that art is a way to heal, connect, and create a new kind of future together. Read more: democracyendowment.eu/stories/peac...

Багато українських ветеранів і ветеранoк змушені самостійно пробиратися крізь лабіринт законів паперів та інституцій. Pryncyp допомагає їм на шляху до реінтеграції. Ініціативу було втілено за фінансової підтримки Європейського Союзу. Деталі: democracyendowment.eu/stories/pryn...

Many Ukrainian veterans face struggles when navigating laws, benefits, and institutions alone. By combining legal expertise with advocacy and practical tools, Pryncyp helps them and their families in their reintegration journey. Read more: democracyendowment.eu/stories/pryn...

As 2025 draws to a close, EED would like to celebrate the work of our partners. IMA is a civil society organization in North Macedonia waging war on misinformation, hate speech, and the digital fog that covers much of public discourse. #YearInReview democracyendowment.eu/stories/ima

As 2025 draws to a close, EED would like to celebrate the work of our partners. Bujar Ejupi has faced professional attacks and intimidation for exposing corruption. Now he has become an advocate for others brave enough to tell the truth #YearInReview democracyendowment.eu/stories/buja...

As 2025 draws to a close, EED would like to celebrate the work of our partners. Meet the EED partners that played key roles in safeguarding the public sphere during Moldova's parliamentary elections in September 2025. #YearInReview lnkd.in/epY7Aqy4