Funding Democracy: A Conversation on Priorities for the EU Budget
15 May 2025 | 11:00–12:30 CET
European Parliament, Room ASP 5G365
In an age of growing disillusionment and political polarization, the question “What is democracy worth?” feels more urgent than ever. This public conversation brings together Members of the European Parliament and civil society to reflect on the real power of citizen participation in shaping the future of Europe.
Hosted by
Raquel Garcia Hermida-van der Walle (Renew Europe)
With
Brando Benifei (S&D)
Damian Boeselager (Greens)
René Repasi (S&D)
and others
Moderated by
Daniela Vancic (Democracy International)
Panel Focus:
– How can democratic innovation fight misinformation?
– What is the cost of not advancing democracy?
– How can civil society and the European Parliament collaborate?
– How to protect democracy from misuse?
Register here.
Or email: vancic@democracy-international.org
This is the first seminar of the Future of Democracy Group in the European Parliament.
Organised by Democracy International, European Alternatives, Make.org, Natura Comune, FIDE, Citizens Take Over Europe
Hosted by Renew Europe