Publications
International IDEA produces a range of publications that provide data-driven analysis, policy insights and expert perspectives on democracy and human rights worldwide.
Flagship publication since 2017, offering annual analysis of democratization in 173 countries. Each report provides evidence-based assessments, thematic discussions and policy recommendations to enhance understanding of the state and quality of democracy across regions and countries.
September 15, 2026
The Global State of Democracy 2026: Democracy in an Age of Conflict
September 11, 2025
The Global State of Democracy 2025: Democracy on the Move
September 18, 2024
The Global State of Democracy 2024: Strengthening the Legitimacy of Elections in a Time of Radical Uncertainty
November 2, 2023
The Global State of Democracy 2023: The New Checks and Balances
February 10, 2023
El estado de la democracia en el mundo 2022
November 30, 2022
Global State of Democracy 2022: Forging Social Contracts in a Time of Discontent
November 22, 2021
Global State of Democracy 2021: Building Resilience in a Pandemic Era
November 22, 2021
El Estado de la Democracia en las Américas 2021: Democracia en tiempos de crisis
November 22, 2021
The State of Democracy in the Americas 2021: Democracy in Times of Crisis
November 22, 2021
The State of Democracy in Europe 2021: Overcoming the Impact of the Pandemic
November 22, 2021
The State of Democracy in Africa and the Middle East 2021: Resilient Democratic Aspirations and Opportunities for Consolidation
November 22, 2021
The State of Democracy in Asia and the Pacific 2021: Old Resilience, New Challenges
November 19, 2019
Global State of Democracy 2019: Addressing the Ills, Reviving the Promise
November 8, 2017
