🇺🇸 Did you know that the United States is one of 78 countries globally that allow early voting? To find out more about #SpecialVotingArrangements in the U.S. and around the world, check out International IDEA's global #SVA database ➡️ idea.int/data-tools/too… #ProtectElections

Save the date! The #GSoD2024 Report will be launched on 17 September at 13:00 Brussels time (21:00 in Canberra, 07:00 in New York). This year’s report covers global trends at a high level, and dives deeply into disputed elections from 2020 to 2024.

#ICYMI 📣 Despite SDG 16’s crucial role in promoting democratic principles, human rights & the rule of law, it is often overlooked. This International IDEA publication highlights the role of #SDG16 for the achievement of the #2030Agenda and all SDGs‼️ Know more➡️doi.org/10.31752/idea.…

Tune in to listen to International IDEA's Seema Shah talk about the state of democracy during the 2024 Global Election Year Global Democracy Coalition partner Josef Korbel School University of Denver with Freedom House this Friday 6 September at 11am EST to 1pm. Register here! udenver.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Check out NCSL article on how elections are run in the US compared to other countries. Lots of good International IDEA global comparative data cited! ncsl.org/state-legislat…

Happening tomorrow! Join International IDEA's Annika Silva-Leander at #PeaceCon2024 on Sept. 10 for a fascinating discussion on #SDG16+ and the humanitarian-development-peace-private sector nexus. For more information and to register: allianceforpeacebuilding.org/peacecon-2024 Alliance for Peacebuilding U.S. Institute of Peace

We mourn the passing of Bengt Säve-Söderbergh, the founding Secretary-General of International IDEA and a tireless advocate for democracy worldwide. His guidance and mentorship continued long after his time at IDEA, and his legacy will always inspire us. May he rest in peace, and may his

Excited to launch our new video today, a week before #InternationalDemocracyDay (Sept 15)! Hear from Coalition partners, democracy activists, and advocates worldwide sharing why they stand up for democracy. Let’s celebrate our progress and recognize the work ahead. Join us in

11 de Septiembre. A 51 años del Golpe de Estado en Chile 🇨🇱 desde International IDEA hacemos un llamado a renovar esfuerzos por cuidar las instituciones, buscar la resolución pacífica de los conflictos políticos y defender siempre, en todo contexto, los derechos humanos de todos y todas.

Presentación de la Jefa de International IDEA en América del Norte y Observadora Permanente ante las Naciones Unidas, Annika Silva-Leander Annika Silva-Leander, en conmemoración del 23er aniversario de la Carta Democrática Interamericana y el Día Internacional de la Democracia en el Consejo

Han sido 51 años desde el Golpe de Estado en Chile 🇨🇱 RIP Salvador Allende.

📣 Next week! Join Annika Silva-Leander, David Levine of George Mason University, and Andrew Boyle of @StatesUnited for a discussion on democratic backsliding in the year of elections on Thursday, Sep. 19. The event will be co-hosted by @GWLaw, GW Law International & Comparative Legal Studies, and George Washington International Law Review and will be

Today’s #DemocracyDay National Democratic Institute is launching Model Commitments for Election Integrity with International IDEA The Carter Center IFES so governments everywhere can take practical steps to secure free & fair elections. thehill.com/blogs/blog-bri…

Democracy isn’t guaranteed—it’s built and protected by engaged citizens and accountable institutions. On #IDD2024, International IDEA is proud to reaffirm its commitment to advancing, promoting, and protecting sustainable democracy #worldwide. #InternationalDayOfDemocracy

Happy #InternationalDemocracyDay from International IDEA North America and the Global Democracy Coalition! Democracy is not perfect but it's the best system to guarantee peace and sustainable development for all. Never ever take it for granted!

On the occasion of #DemocracyDay International IDEA with partners National Democratic Institute IFES The Carter Center Kofi Annan Foundation have released #ModelCommitments for Advancing Genuine and Credible Elections to improve and expand election integrity around the world. Read and share! idea.int/news/leading-o…

📺 We are LIVE! Tune in for the launch of our #GlobalStateofDemocracy 2024 Report. Amid an unprecedented super-cycle election year, the #GSoD2024 focuses on strengthening the legitimacy of elections in a time of radical uncertainty. ⬇️ #ProtectElections youtube.com/watch?v=HyEaar…

Join us International IDEA tomorrow at George Washington University in DC GW University to discuss democratic backsliding around the world and what can be done to counter the trend! David Levine and Andrew Boyle States United Democracy Center.

#EarlyVoting ahead of the #USElection2024 starts this week in a number of #US states. Check out this article on how early voting works compared to the rest of the world based on data from International IDEA!