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An exciting opportunity for organisational talents with a passion for democracy. ECoD gemeinnützige GmbH (ECoD NPO) was founded in 2021 by the Innovation in Politics Institute, an independent and non-partisan organisation that identifies, develops and
Technologies for a strong democracy: Austria-wide Convention of Cities, Municipalities, Companies and Civil Society
The first Safe Democracy Convention gathered around 400 registered participants at the nationwide convention on technologies for citizen contact, data security and transparency in Vienna City Hall.
Our Climate Protection Impact: 1,300 kg CO2 offset since 2024
As of January 24, 2025, we have successfully compensated 1,300 kg of CO2 emissions through certified climate protection projects, offsetting all our air travel since 2024. This milestone is a testament to our ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a greener future.
Safe Democracy Convention 2025: Technologies for citizen contact, data security, and transparency
More satisfied citizens with better services? Artificial intelligence in politics? Protection against fake news for cities and communities? The “Safe Democracy Convention 2025” will bring together for the first time all those who use new technologies to improve contact with citizens and thus strengthen democracy.
Creativity Under Constraint – The Art of Political Problem Solving
Collective creativity, as described (and espoused) by Stephen Boucher in our latest Briefing, is a tool for political problem solving that brings both new ideas and greater legitimacy.
Record attendance at H2 Convention in Linz: Around 1000 participants at Austria’s largest hydrogen event
The H2 Convention 2024, organised by The Innovation in Politics Institute from 26 to 28 November in Linz, Austria, was a significant success, cementing its status as a premier platform for advancing hydrogen technology and industry transformation.
The Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 call for submissions is open
The eighth edition of The Innovation in Politics Awards has officially launched, opening the call for submissions to innovative projects and initiatives that tackle today’s most pressing challenges with bold and visionary solutions.
Vienna Begins Its Role as European Capital of Democracy 2024/25
Vienna has been named the European Capital of Democracy for 2024/25. On Tuesday evening, a ceremonial event marked the commencement of Vienna’s Democracy Year.
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Barcelona wraps up term as the first European Capital of Democracy
The closing ceremony on 6 November passed the European Capital of Democracy title from Barcelona to its successor, Vienna. For 14 months, Barcelona served as the European Capital of Democracy, leaving a lasting impact on democratic engagement.
Building a sustainable future through circular economy at re_use Linz Congress
At the end of October, Linz successfully hosted its first re_use Linz Congress, organised by The Innovation in Politics Institute. This marked a milestone in the city’s journey toward climate neutrality by 2040.
The Local Impact of Global Politics
In the few weeks since we released our latest Briefing, ‘Geopolitical Thinking for Domestic Politics’, there have been a few new developments on the international stage.
Supporting Local Government Resilience to Disinformation
In an age where misinformation and active disinformation is undermining already fragile public trust in institutions, local governments can sometimes seem like the last bastion of trust in politics.
