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IDEA Internacional se entristece profundamente al enterarse de la repentina muerte de Keboitse Machangana, una defensora infatigable de la democracia y los derechos de las mujeres. Extendemos nuestras condolencias a su familia.

International IDEA is deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of Keboitse Machangana, an indefatigable defender of democracy and women’s rights. We extend our sincere condolences to her family.

The COVID-19 pandemic poses an unprecedented challenge to democracies. A new report identifies initiatives that governments and civil society need to take to rise to this challenge.

STOCKHOLM—Democracies around the world need to adopt new initiatives to ensure the lasting protection of democracy and civil liberties threatened by the COVID-19 pandemic.

NEW REPORT ON COVID-19 AND DEMOCRACY CALLS FOR URGENT MEASURES BY GOVERNMENTS AND CIVIL SOCIETY

A new report, ‘Global Democracy and COVID-19: Upgrading International Support’, was published on 15 July and highlights how some governments are using the public health crisis to further curtail democratic activities and provides recommendations for policymakers and civil society to counteract the negative impacts of COVID-19 on democracy.

Disclaimer: Views expressed in this commentary are those of the authors, one of whom is a staff member of International IDEA. This commentary is independent of specific national or political interests. Views expressed do not necessarily represent the institutional position of International IDEA, its Board of Advisers or its Council of Member States.

In the midst of the extraordinary challenges and uncertainty stemming from COVID-19, decision-makers are under increasing pressure to determine how to manage the pandemic’s immediate impact on, and consequences for, the timing and sequencing of elections. These decisions cannot be taken lightly, as they could jeopardize public health and shape the state of democracy in their countries, states or territories for years to come.

International IDEA’s Director of Global Programs Laura Thornton talks to Justin Wein, chief of staff of U.S. Congressman David Price about ways in which their office has adapted in the COVID-19 environment. 

Has the coronavirus, aside from having severe consequences for public health and the economy, also been detrimental for democracy? And if so, should we expect passing side effects or permanent damage? 

The second round of voting in Poland’s presidential election on 12 July will bring to a conclusion a remarkable electoral process, which saw a nearly all-time high turnout of voters during the first round on 28 June, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

La nueva plataforma en línea, desarrollada por IDEA Internacional y respaldada por la UE, hará un seguimiento del impacto de la pandemia en la democracia y los derechos humanos en todo el mundo.

The new online platform, developed by International IDEA and supported by the EU, will track the impact of the pandemic on democracy and human rights around the world.

View this press release in Spanish - Está disponible en español. 

The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) and the Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations, organized a virtual briefing on "The Impact of COVID-19 on Democracy and Democratic Development”, held on Thursday, 25 June 2020 at 10:00 EST.

Más de 500 líderes políticos, civiles, galardonados con el Premio Nobel e instituciones prodemocráticas han firmado una carta abierta para defender la democracia, advirtiendo que las libertades que apreciamos están amenazadas por los gobiernos que están utilizando la crisis para reforzar su control del poder.

More than 500 political, civil leaders, Nobel Laureates and pro-democracy institutions have signed an open letter to defend democracy, warning that the freedoms we cherish are under threat from governments that are using the crisis to tighten their grip on power.

A nivel mundial, una gran variedad de índices e indicadores permiten conocer y evaluar de manera comparada distintos aspectos de la democracia y los procedimientos electorales.

On the 22 May, French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe announced that the final round of municipal elections will take place on 28 June 2020, provided that the election is not deemed a health risk due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Political parties have traditionally aimed to create large memberships to sustain and advance the objectives of their political platforms.

Elections and technology are inseparable in today’s world.

IDEA Internacional se solidariza con la comunidad negra y las muchas otras comunidades vulnerables que han sido víctimas de la brutalidad policial y la injusticia racial.

Accede al video del secretario general de IDEA Internacional, Kevin Casas-Zamora con comentarios al respecto.

International IDEA stands in solidarity with the Black community, and the many others who have been victims of police brutality and ongoing racial injustice.

View the message from Secretary-General Kevin Casas-Zamora.