The terms democratic backsliding and illiberal democracy are thrown around in the media. But what does this terminology mean in our current political landscape? In our latest educational article, we explain its meaning using European examples.
Liberties invited Ivan Gabor, co-founder of Wahlheymat. Fresh on Berlin’s NGO scene, Wahlheymat wants to make Berlin politically inclusive for non-Germans. In its vision for the future, Berlin's diversity inspires creative solutions for collective issues.
Missed the last weeks of the European Parliament plenary session? Don't worry, we'll get you covered. An overview from AI Act to EMFA, CSDDD, anti-SLAPPs and much more.
Media freedom and pluralism are flailing across Europe, and in some countries, are on their last legs. The European Media Freedom Act will bring some improvements, but on its own is not enough to rescue a struggling media landscape.
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Despite its importance to a free and democratic society, the rule of law situation is deteriorating across the EU. The newly released Liberties’ Rule of Law Report 2024 finds that even in countries with strong democratic traditions, serious threats arise.
The European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) is a leap forward in building a stronger, more plural media sector across the EU.
Liberties and European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) stress the importance of broadening the scope of the guidelines, ensuring collaboration, and effective implementation.
Climate activists and protestors marching in solidarity with Palestine have faced unprecedented harsh responses from German police. To understand what this means for civic space, Liberties was joined by Paula Zimmermann of Amnesty International Germany.
Our opinion piece on the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA).
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