Our Democracy Report. A Youth-led Assessment of Democracy across Europe

The report brings together over 60 young Democracy Rapporteurs from EU member states and accession countries to investigate and analyse the state of democracy in their own national contexts. Led by the Our Rule of Law Foundation – one of the Democracy Resilience initiatives supported by the Culture of Solidarity Fund – the project combines research, training, and mentorship to produce a unique youth perspective on Europe’s democratic landscape.

These themes cover everything from the ability to vote and participate in decision-making, to fair access to justice, to skills for navigating the digital world, to the protection of rights, to shaping climate policy, and to opportunities in education and the job market.

Importantly, the report does not only spotlight weaknesses. It also identifies strengths and promising practices, offering concrete examples of how democracy can be defended and renewed. This dual perspective — diagnosing risks while amplifying positive lessons — is central to our approach and represents a major innovation.