Press Room - The Innovation in Politics Institute

About The Innovation in Politics Institute

The Innovation in Politics Institute is an international, non-governmental organisation that identifies, develops and implements innovation in politics in order to strengthen democracy in Europe and beyond.

With offices in Vienna and Berlin and a robust network of partner organisations across Europe, the Institute collaborates with political leaders at all levels, the private sector, and civil society to shape tomorrow’s politics today.

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Press Releases

The Innovation in Politics Awards 2020: Difficult times bring out the best in politics

December 3, 2020

The Innovation in Politics Awards honour Europe’s most creative and courageous political projects in Europe.

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Democracy strikes back: mayors from all over Europe launch European Capital of Democracy initiative

September 21, 2020

Starting in 2021: every year, a city in Europe will takes centre stage in moves designed to improve democracy, supported by international organisations and civil society

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Political strategy powerhouse formed in Vienna

April 1, 2020

Vienna-based think tank Act.Now and The Innovation in Politics Institute are merging, the directors and owners of both organisations announced today.

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Corona Crisis & Politics: Best Solutions Sought

March 27, 2020

In cooperation with Act.Now, The Innovation in Politics Institute is launching an online platform to address the non-medical, secondary problems of the coronavirus crisis as a service for political decision makers.

The best ideas for democracy and politics: Call for the Innovation in Politics Awards 2020 launched

March 3, 2020

The Innovation in Politics Awards will take place for the fourth time this year. They offer a stage for policy innovations and model projects from across Europe, to serve as inspiration for politicians as well as citizens.

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