Country Visits
Listening to Europe, country by country
As part of its “Time to Listen” phase, Democracy27 is travelling across Europe to better understand how democratic challenges are experienced in different national contexts.
From the end of August through January 2026, Democracy27 will carry out in-depth visits to six countries selected for their political relevance and diversity across Europe: Poland, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, Spain and France.
In each country, a small Task Force delegation meets with political and institutional actors, civil society and democracy practitioners, media and communication actors, and citizens themselves. The programme includes a dedicated youth roundtable and a citizens’ dialogue to understand what that country reveals about the state and future of democracy in Europe.
The insights gathered along the way will feed into Democracy27’s analysis and help shape its final recommendations for democratic renewal in Europe.
Six countries,
six perspectives on democracy
Between August and December 2026, Democracy27 visits six European countries:
- Poland : 31 August – 2 September 2026
- Estonia : 5–7 October 2026
- Germany : 7–9 October 2026
- Hungary : 9–11 November 2026
- France : 7–9 December 2026
- Spain : 27–29 January2027
Each visit explores the country’s specific democratic context while looking for challenges, experiences and lessons that resonate across Europe.
First destination : Poland
How can democracy rebuild trust and strengthen institutional resilience after years of political polarisation?
From media independence and relations with the European Union to the political engagement of younger generations, the visit shed light on the challenges facing Polish democracy, while raising broader questions about democratic resilience and renewal across Europe.
Second destination : Estonia
How can a digitally advanced democracy strengthen citizen participation, public trust and resilience against disinformation?
From engaging younger generations in political life to bridging the gap between citizens and institutions, the visit highlighted both Estonia’s democratic strengths and the challenges it shares with the rest of Europe.