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Artan Islamaj

Artan Islamaj

Head of Campaigning @ Operation Libero

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Artan Islamaj is the Head of Campaigning at Operation Libero. Founded in 2014, Operation Libero is a Swiss civil society organization working to preserve and advance liberal democracy by campaigning and advocating for an open, progressive and just (Swiss) society. Current campaigns include two progressive initiatives: one wants to tackle the deadlocks in relations between Switzerland and the EU and the other addresses a fundamental democratic challenge in Switzerland, namely the fact that currently one quarter of its population is excluded from the political-decision-making process. Before joining Operation Libero, Artan finished his studies in Anglophone Literatures and Gender Studies.

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2º panel: Narratives on democracy

This panel will delve into regional conceptions, practices, and narratives on democracy aiming to uncover universal democratic values while acknowledging region-specific nuances and European values that can be enhanced. Through this exploration, the panel seeks to inspire a renewed commitment to democratic principles and foster collective responsibility for strengthening democratic governance.