Reversing Democratic Backsliding: Experiences from Poland
While the Civic Coalition’s win was celebrated across Poland and Europe as a turning point for the country, the reality has been far more complex. The new government was confronted with the sobering task of unravelling years of democratic backsliding. What practical steps are required to rebuild democratic institutions? Who makes those decisions? And what is the role of citizens in shaping the future of democracy in their home country?
Join us for an event featuring a keynote speech by Poland’s Minister of Justice, Waldemar Żurek, followed by a panel discussion. At a time of global democratic decline, Poland’s experience offers important lessons on the choices and challenges involved in rebuilding democratic institutions.
Agenda
Welcome Remarks
• Dr Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary-General, International IDEA
• Karolina Ostrzyniewska, Ambassador of the Republic of Poland to the Kingdom of Sweden
Keynote Speech
• Honorable Waldemar Żurek, Minister of Justice, Republic of Poland
Discussion
• Ms. Charlotte Kugelberg, State Secretary to Minister for Justice, Kingdom of Sweden
• Representative of the Polish Ministry of Justice
• Moderated by Dr Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary-General, International IDEA
