Democracy at the crossroads: A call to action for Europe’s funders
In Europe, a continent that perceives itself as historically synonymous with democratic ideals, the cracks in the democratic framework are becoming harder to ignore.
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Ukraine’s Fight and the Global Stakes: Why Philanthropy Can’t Afford to Look Away
Foundations for Ukraine, in collaboration with Philea and the Council on Foundations, will host “Ukraine’s Fight and the Global Stakes: Why Philanthropy Can’t Afford to Look…
2025 Democracy Briefer for Funders: What’s Happening to European Democracy and What Funders Can Do About It
Polish Presidency of the Council of the European Union: What’s in it for philanthropy
At the beginning of 2025, Poland took over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union for the upcoming six months. With a shifting political landscape and renewed focus…
Upcoming European Parliament reports question EU funding for NGOs that engage in advocacy
The EU institutions, most notably the European Parliament, but also the European Commission and the European Court of Auditors, are discussing the different contexts surrounding EU funding for civil society…
Why philanthropy should care about the rule of law culture in Europe
Democracy is a verb, underpinned by a strong rule of law culture. The word democracy comes from the Greek words “demos”, meaning people, and “kratos” meaning power; so democracy can…
Culture: the Compass for Europe’s Future. Cultural Deal for Europe annual policy conversation
The “Culture: the Compass for Europe’s Future. Cultural Deal for Europe annual policy conversation” event will take place in Brussels on 4 February, co-hosted by…
Democracy Network – Democracy Funders Lunch: Launch of the “2025 Democracy Briefer for Funders”
The Democracy Network will host its next Democracy Funders Lunch online for the “Launch of the “2025 Democracy Briefer for Funders”” on 12 February. The concept of democratic backsliding…
