Panel: Democracy Does not Exist! We Make It.

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Democracy does not exist. We make it. Democracy thrives when it is a collective effort where everyone can participate and contribute equally. It is not enough to go and vote once every four years. Elections are not enough to protect democracy and make it thrive.

In an era marked by polarisation, inequality, disinformation, wars, genocides, climate change and greed at the expense of our planet, the strength of democratic values depends on collective action—bridging divides, amplifying marginalised voices, and fostering inclusive participation.

Welcome to a panel talk with:

• Associate Professor Steven Wilson, Director of Varities of Democracy Institute, University of Gothenburg
• Professor Noha El-Mikawy, former Dean of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, American University of Cairo
• Vinus Dubashi Tiger, Climate Activist, Climate Live Sweden and Livegreen

Moderation: Rasha Shaaban (Världskulturmuseerna)

The panel talk is followed by a DJ and music concert by the Syrian-Lebanese duo RUST رَســت 

Evening programme

17.00 – 18.00 Panel talk “Democracy Doesn’t Exist! We Make It.”

18.00 - 19.00 DJ

19.00 - 19.50 Concert: RUST Duo رَســت

This event is organised in the framework of Celebrating Our Diversity Forum by the Anna Lindh Foundation Swedish network, with the support of Kulturdepartmentet, Anna Lindh Foundation and European Commission.