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European Alternatives works to promote democracy, equality and culture beyond the nation-state and imagine, demand and enact alternatives for a viable future.
People’s Assembly for Democracy and Freedom, Budapest 28th June
Join us in solidarity: Pride in LGBTQI+, Pride in Diversity, Pride in Democracy. European Alternatives, in collaboration with EUMANS, No Peace Without Justice (NPWJ), invites citizens, activists, policy-makers, and institutions to a day of democratic engagement in Budapest on 28…
European Alternatives Supports Collective Call to End EU’s War on Migrants
European Alternatives proudly joins 186 organisations across Europe in supporting the urgent call to end the European Union’s violent migration policies and to defend the rights, dignity, and freedom of all people on the move. We stand in solidarity with migrant-led organisations and allies…
Articles about Gaza
A curated collection of articles highlighting global solidarity with Palestine
Interview with Marion Pillas from La Déferlante: a space to embrace the feminist revolution
In a media landscape often dominated by mainstream narratives, La Déferlante stands out as a bold, independent feminist magazine committed to examining the intersections of gender, race, and class. Launched in 2019, the publication quickly became a vital space for…
Pride in LGBTQI+, Pride in Diversity, Pride in Democracy
STATEMENT The Hungarian government of Victor Orban has passed laws and constitutional amendments that attempt to ban public events by LGBTQI+ people, including Budapest Pride, scheduled for the 28th June this year. The constitutional amendment authorises the use of surveillance…
Democracy is a collective act of care
Together, we rise. Together, we fight. Together, we care. Event at Funkhaus, Argentinierstraße 30A, 1040 Wien, Austria – 23 May 2025 Registration form Overview ‘Democracy as a collective act of care’ is a complementary event to the Democratic Odyssey’s Vienna…
Islamophobic, anti-migrant, racist violence must be surmounted by community organising and solidarity networks
It is completely unacceptable that for over a week people seeking asylum, Muslim people and other racialized communities, including Roma, in the UK have been living with far-right hatred and immediate violence. Graves have been desecrated, numerous people have been…
Movement Learning Catalyst: building a learning community across struggles and places.
The Movement Learning Catalyst has great news for you. We are about to share a new Learner’s Guide and launch a new action-learning platform that aims to nurture the interconnected movements, realities and responsive strategies needed to challenge systems of…
Journal
Voices of Change: Taiwanese Youth Driving Democracy in the Digital Age
by Fang-Hua Chang Taiwan’s democratization process is nothing short of remarkable. Yet, despite its success, young people still feel sidelined by traditional political structures. The Sunflower Movement in 2013-2014 was a wake-up call, and led to new initiatives for digital…
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Peoples’ Assemblies
JOIN THE JOURNEY! For over a decade, European Alternatives and its allies have been building the vision of a transnational, participatory, and radically democratic Europe, one that doesn’t only happen in parliaments or behind closed doors, but in public space,…
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Engin Isin
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Speak Out: Empowering Youth for Change
Young People at the Forefront of Defending Democracy In today’s challenging times, young people play a crucial role in defending democracy and fostering inclusive societies. European Alternatives, in partnership with the Erasmus Student Network, is proud to offer dynamic tools,…
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Citizens Assembly for Democracy and Freedom
Join us in solidarity: Pride in LGBTQI+, Pride in Diversity, Pride in Democracy. European Alternatives, in collaboration with EUMANS, No Peace Without Justice (NPWJ), invites citizens, activists, policy-makers, and institutions to a day of democratic engagement in Budapest on 28…
Ceasefire Now! Open call for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza strip and Israel.
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What is Democracy Worth?
The future of democracy in Europe depends on strategic investment in its defense and innovation. As the EU’s budget discussions unfold, it is essential to prioritize funding for democratic institutions, the innovation of democratic processes, and the support of participatory…
Journal
Mompracem: A Solidarity Island in the Heart of Rome
by CSOA La Strada In a world where grassroots initiatives often bear the burden of filling the gaps left by failing institutional responses, the experience of Mompracem l’Isola Solidale in Rome’s Garbatella district stands as a testament to the power…
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TACKLE
Youth Activism Against Discrimination and Racism in Europe Objective TACKLE aims to empower young activists across Europe to fight against structural racism and discrimination, fostering the emergence of a new generation of “equality advocates.” Through education, capacity building, and advocacy,…
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From Monreale (Sicily), a model for reconnecting Youth and Institutions
by Sofia Rosano and Ilaria Cascino When it comes to youth and politics, a complex relationship emerges. Frantz Fanon said that every generation has a historical mission, and youth have never shied away from theirs – they protest, propose, and…