The World Forum for Democracy, held annually in Strasbourg by the Council of Europe, is a unique and dynamic platform bringing together decision-makers, activists, academics, civil society representatives to engage in open and constructive dialogue on the complex challenges facing democracy today. The Forum convenes a diverse community of voices and perspectives, encouraging the exchange of innovative ideas, best practices and bold solutions aimed at strengthening democratic institutions and processes. Through debates, workshops and collaborative sessions, participants explore how democracy fares in the face of rising populism, digital disruption, social inequality, climate change and threats to human rights. In the World Forum for Democracy Stories, Symbiosis–Council of Europe School of Political Studies in Greece invites participants to reflect on their experiences, to share their thoughts, key takeaways, and critical approaches on the topics and discussions held during the event. The WFD Stiories provide a platform for exploring how global democratic challenges resonate with local contexts in Greece and beyond, encouraging a deeper understanding on how democratic institutions, citizenship and social justice can be defended and reimagined in practice. Participants are invited to contribute in a variety of formats – from short written reflections and opinion pieces to video messages, podcasts and creative expressions.
