At Nuru Trust Network's Afro Tech Code for Human Rights, five teams of young innovators demonstrated how civic technology can be built to address gender-based violence, strengthen accountability, counter violent extremism, support climate resilience & protect human rights. Article link in comments!

What does democratic renewal require? Two @glodemcoalition.bsky.social #ThankYouDemocracy episodes explore this: Cynthia Chigwenya: intergenerational solidarity & youth engagement in Southern Africa Kyra Buchko: polarization, power, & renewal in the Americas Link in comments. #RenewingDemocracy

In a reflection from @kettering.org, Elisenda Ballesté shares insights from @glodemcoalition.bsky.social #GDCForum2026 about how democratic systems are adapting to rapid changes. Part of the #RenewingDemocracy campaign, this blog reflects on what it means to renew democracy today. Link in comments.

As the 2026 GDC Regional Months come to a close, Ruth Kay Kangwa, asks how can democracy better respond to the realities, aspirations, and needs of citizens? She noted democracy must be measured by whether it delivers justice, inclusion, and meaningful participation. #GDCAfricaForum #GDCForum2026

That’s a wrap on the #GDCForums2026! From Nairobi, Asunción, Prague and Seoul, we reflected, challenged and reimagined what democracy must deliver in the 21st century. Discussions highlighted declining trust and the need for greater cooperation which will continue at the #GDCGlobalForum.

On October 1st, 2026, we will convene the GDC Global Forum in Athens. Held in conjunction with the Athens Democracy Forum on 29&30 September, this will be a key moment for the coalition. Save the Date! Further details will follow soon. Event webpage and interest form in the comments. #GDCForum2026

Peace is shifting, fast. Tomorrow, join our Coalition Partner, the Alliance for Peacebuilding (AfP), and the Institute for Economics and Peace, for the launch of the 2026 Global Peace Index, the world’s leading measure of peacefulness, covering 163 countries. More details at the link in comments.