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📢Parallel Session | Athens Democracy Forum | September 30After Disinformation: Lessons on Resilience from Hungary, Sudan...
15/09/2026

📢Parallel Session | Athens Democracy Forum | September 30

After Disinformation: Lessons on Resilience from Hungary, Sudan and Uganda

Supported by the Thomson Foundation, this parallel session will ask a crucial question: what does “information resilience” actually mean in practice?

Through four key pillars — independent journalism, critical information literacy, digital information environments and governance — the session will draw on experiences from Hungary, Sudan and Uganda to examine how societies can build resilience in an increasingly complex information landscape.

As polarisation grows, platforms evolve and A.I. reshapes how information is produced and consumed, understanding what makes information ecosystems resilient has never been more important.

Join us for a timely conversation on the future of information resilience.

📅 September 29 - October 1
🔗Secure your spot via the link👇
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15/09/2026

We are delighted to announce that Lara Parizotto, Executive Director of the Migrant Democracy Project, is the winner of the 2026 Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize. Brazilian-born and based in the UK for more than a decade, Lara has dedicated her work to strengthening the political participation and...

David Chipperfield, Pritzker Prize-winning architect and founder of David Chipperfield Architects, brings his perspectiv...
09/09/2026

David Chipperfield, Pritzker Prize-winning architect and founder of David Chipperfield Architects, brings his perspective on architecture, cities and public life to the Athens Democracy Forum 2026.

Through projects including Berlin’s Neues Museum and the extension of Athens’ National Archaeological Museum, his work explores how architecture can contribute to the cultural and civic life of cities, and ultimately to democracy.

In 2017, he founded Fundación RIA, a nonprofit focused on sustainable environmental, economic and cultural development through research and collaboration.

Chipperfield was awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 2023, and has also received the RIBA Royal Gold Medal and the Praemium Imperiale.

Join us at the 2026 Athens Democracy Forum to hear Chipperfield’s perspective on architecture, sustainability and the future of our shared urban spaces.

📅 September 29 – October 1, 2026
📍 Athens, Greece
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"We don't have a policy anymore. Only impulses."In an interview with Kathimerini, Thomas Friedman — three-time Pulitzer ...
04/09/2026

"We don't have a policy anymore. Only impulses."

In an interview with Kathimerini, Thomas Friedman — three-time Pulitzer winner and longtime New York Times columnist on the Middle East — speaks with striking candor about the war between the US, Israel and Iran, and what he sees as the collapse of coherent US foreign policy under Trump.

He also looks ahead to two elections that could shape the future of both countries: Israel's in October and the US midterms in November.

Hear more from him in person at the Athens Democracy Forum, September 29 – October 1.

Secure your spot via the link🔗
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Read the full interview: https://bit.ly/4gOcjfj

Laura Thornton, democracy and governance expert and former Senior Director of Global Democracy Programs at the McCain In...
01/09/2026

Laura Thornton, democracy and governance expert and former Senior Director of Global Democracy Programs at the McCain Institute, brings her experience in strengthening democratic institutions and resilience to the Athens Democracy Forum 2026.

She has worked for over three decades across democracy support, elections and governance reform, leading initiatives that connect civil society, policymakers and international networks to strengthen democratic practice.

At the McCain Institute, she led global democracy programs including election observation missions, democracy workshops and support for Ukraine-focused initiatives. Previously, at the German Marshall Fund, she oversaw programs tracking foreign influence operations and supporting democratic resilience across Europe and Eurasia.

Her work has focused on how democracies respond to disinformation, external pressure and internal institutional fragility, with a strong emphasis on civic engagement and public trust.

Join us at the 2026 Athens Democracy Forum to hear Laura’s insights on democratic resilience, election integrity and the future of democracy support in a contested global environment.

📅 September 29 – October 1, 2026
📍 Athens, Greece
🔗 Secure your ticket via the link👇
https://bit.ly/4poPcvI

How much can a free press bend before it breaks?In a wide-ranging interview with Kathimerini, Martin Baron — former Exec...
28/08/2026

How much can a free press bend before it breaks?

In a wide-ranging interview with Kathimerini, Martin Baron — former Executive Editor of The Washington Post and The Boston Globe — spoke candidly about the trust crisis facing traditional media, what happened inside The Post under Jeff Bezos's ownership and why he believes understanding the American public matters now more than ever.

Hear more from him in person at the Athens Democracy Forum, September 29 – October 1.
Secure your spot via the link🔗
https://bit.ly/4poPcvI

Read the full interview: https://bit.ly/4iAvDyZ

Thomas L. Friedman, three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning Opinion Columnist at The New York Times, brings his expertise in f...
25/08/2026

Thomas L. Friedman, three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning Opinion Columnist at The New York Times, brings his expertise in foreign affairs, geopolitics and global change to the Athens Democracy Forum 2026.

A leading voice in international journalism, Friedman has written his foreign affairs column for The New York Times since 1995, covering U.S. politics and foreign policy, conflicts in the Middle East, the global economy, energy and the environment.

His work has earned three Pulitzer Prizes, including two for international reporting and one for commentary on the global impact of terrorism. He is also the author of seven bestselling books, including “The World Is Flat” and “Thank You for Being Late,” exploring globalization, technology and the forces reshaping societies.

His decades of reporting offer a unique perspective on the geopolitical and economic shifts transforming the world today.

Join us at the 2026 Athens Democracy Forum to hear Thomas’ insights on geopolitics, global change and the forces shaping our shared future.

📅 September 29 – October 1, 2026
📍 Athens, Greece
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Tawakkol Karman, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Yemeni journalist and human rights activist, brings her lifelong commitm...
11/08/2026

Tawakkol Karman, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Yemeni journalist and human rights activist, brings her lifelong commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, and human rights to the Athens Democracy Forum 2026.

The first Arab woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, Karman rose to international prominence for leading peaceful protests during the Arab Spring and advocating for democratic reform in Yemen. She founded Women Journalists Without Chains and has remained a leading voice for press freedom and civic rights across the region.

Beyond her activism, she serves on the boards of several international organizations, including the Nobel Women’s Initiative, Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN), and the Meta Oversight Board, while her foundation supports education, healthcare, and development initiatives in Yemen.

Her work continues to champion democratic values, human dignity, and the protection of fundamental freedoms in times of conflict and political change.
Join us at the 2026 Athens Democracy Forum to hear Tawakkol’s insights on democracy, human rights, and the enduring power of civic activism.

📅 September 29 – October 1, 2026
📍 Athens, Greece
🔗 Secure your ticket via the link👇
https://bit.ly/4poPcvI

Owen Gaffney, Chief Impact Officer at Nobel Prize Outreach, brings his expertise in sustainability, climate science and ...
04/08/2026

Owen Gaffney, Chief Impact Officer at Nobel Prize Outreach, brings his expertise in sustainability, climate science and global systems transformation to the Athens Democracy Forum 2026.

A leading voice on planetary stewardship, Gaffney is the author of Earth For All and co-author of Breaking Boundaries, which was also adapted into a Netflix documentary. His work explores how science, policy and innovation can work together to address the world's most pressing environmental challenges.

He also co-chairs the Earth4All initiative and co-founded the Exponential Roadmap Initiative, helping businesses accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future through science-based climate action.

His work demonstrates how collaboration across science, policy and society can help build a more sustainable and resilient future.

Join us at the 2026 Athens Democracy Forum to hear Owen’s insights on climate action, sustainability and the role of collective leadership in shaping the future of our planet.

📅 September 29 – October 1, 2026
📍 Athens, Greece
🔗 Secure your ticket via the link👇
https://bit.ly/4poPcvI

How can democracies build resilience in the age of disinformation?The Athens Democracy Forum, in partnership with the Th...
30/07/2026

How can democracies build resilience in the age of disinformation?

The Athens Democracy Forum, in partnership with the Thomson Foundation, presents "After Disinformation: Lessons on Resilience From Hungary, Sudan and Uganda."

Bringing together insights from the Thomson Foundation and its partners, this workshop will explore how independent journalism, media literacy, digital platforms, and democratic governance can strengthen information resilience in an era shaped by polarization, platform disruption, and AI.

Join us at Athens Democracy Forum 2026 for a timely conversation on what it takes to build stronger information ecosystems—and stronger democracies.

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