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"We're building the plane as we fly it" — Interview with Aiski Ryökäs
Today, women's rights issues are often dismissed as less important than other issues dominating the news and public attention. In the meantime, abortion rights are under attack, femicides are on the rise and misogynist hate speech flourishes online. But Feminist organizers and activists won't be kept down — across the world, campaigns are pushing people to stand up for gender justice.
European Center for Digital Action
6 days ago6 min read


Going, going, gone — the ads block is coming and it’s time to act
There are still a few weeks remaining to use advertising to grow your contact lists. But beyond that, campaigners will need to look to alternative strategies. ECDA’s Lorenzo Azzolini explains what the ban is about and how to act immediately before the ad block comes into force, as well as what to do once it’s here.
Lorenzo Azzolini
Sep 173 min read


How Europe’s ad ban will build better campaigns
Meta and Google are pulling political advertising from the European Union. New transparency rules will soon make targeted political ads nearly impossible. For many campaigns, this feels like a crisis. It's actually the best opportunity European democracy has had in years.
Patrick Frank
Sep 14 min read


The Marshall Ganz playbook for progressive change
Marshall Ganz is a prominent American scholar, writer, and activist best known for his work in community organizing, leadership, and civic engagement. He has played a key role in shaping the field of grassroots organizing and has significantly influenced modern social movements and political campaigns. In this post, European Center for Digital Action’s Co-Director, Viktor Mák discusses his latest book, ‘People, Power, Change’. He outlines the main concepts set out by Ganz and
Viktor Mak
Aug 286 min read


Trumpism has become toxic in Europe—and progressives must seize the moment
The MAGA bandwagon is becoming an increasingly rough ride for European far-right leaders. New research suggests Trump's influence on populist movements is showing signs of unraveling. In this post, ECDA Co-director Viktor Mák explores the shifting landscape, the challenges for European progressives, and the urgent need for a bold, results-focused and values-driven response.
Viktor Mak
Jul 284 min read


People, power and pages: ECDA's summer reading recommendations
Whether or not you’ll be lounging by the beach this summer—it’s the ideal time to catch up on your reading or discover something new. If you’re in need of some inspiration, we’ve got you covered. ECDA team members shared their recommended reads, and we’ve collected them in the list below. Spanning politics, democracy, technology and many other areas from a wide range of approaches and imaginative angles—there’s something here for everyone!
European Center for Digital Action
Jul 255 min read
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