#DemocracyDrinks The Hague Is Expanding

Why Now

As democracy comes under increasing pressure and the room to operate for many actors in the peace and justice ecosystem is being curtailed, we believe part of the response lies in creating space for new ideas, experimentation, and deeper collaboration across sectors, perspectives, and levels of action.

#DemocracyDrinks The Hague is a fitting format for this, as it is an informal conversation and networking series bringing together people working on democracy, peace, justice, and civic space. Over the past years, editions have explored issues ranging from democratic participation and literacy to climate justice, women’s leadership, and local democracy – always through open exchange and networking rather than formal panels.

Opening the Platform

From early 2026 onwards, #DemocracyDrinks The Hague is opening the platform to the wider community. Alongside regular editions, organisations and initiatives will be able to propose and host Democracy Drinks conversations – bringing new voices, questions, and approaches into the series.

This is an invitation not only to host conversations, but to test ideas, explore emerging challenges, and collectively think through what comes next in an informal, cross-sector setting.

What Fits the Format

#DemocracyDrinks works best for:

• Ideas, questions, or dilemmas that are still taking shape
• Exploratory or experimental conversations
• Cross-sector perspectives and diverse viewpoints

The format is not intended for launches, campaigns, or organisational showcases.

Want to Shape an Edition of #DemocracyDrinks?

If you have an idea, question, or emerging issue you’d like to explore with others working on democracy and civic space, you’re invited to propose an edition of #Democracy Drinks The Hague.

Before submitting, please review the guidelines for contributing an edition here.
— #DemocracyDrinks The Hague team

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Democracy and Rule of Law Collective

On September 23rd, The Hague Humanity Hub and partners launched the new Democracy and Rule of Law Collective, a group of professionals and organizations who come together to exchange ideas, share insights and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Dedicated to promoting and strengthening democracy and the rule of law as the foundation for secure, just, and resilient societies, the Collective aims to respond to the systemic erosion of democracy across the world.

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