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Social media as a constant campaign: The case of Poland's Sławomir Mentzen and Konfederacja
Sławomir Mentzen, the far-right Konfederacja candidate, has become a surprise front-runner in Poland’s 2025 presidential race thanks to his unmatched dominance on social media. This report explores how Mentzen built a digital-first political movement—using TikTok virality, influencer tactics, and a constant campaign strategy to mobilize youth, rebrand extremism, and bypass traditional media. But can his early momentum survive the final stretch?
Adrien Beauduin
May 20, 202512 min read


Lessons for designing visual communications to win hearts, minds, and long-term change
How can visual communications truly support progressive change? In this post, Mariana Spada shares lessons from years of designing for campaigns—from local to global—on how to move beyond trends and create visuals that are strategic, authentic, and built to inspire lasting impact.
Mariana Spada
Apr 17, 20254 min read


It’s Not About the Money—It’s About the People
It’s Not About the Money—It’s About the People
Liza Baranyai
Apr 10, 20253 min read


The death of the follower: Progressive organizing in the age of algorithmic discovery
The death of the follower: progressive organizing in the age of algorithmic discovery
European Center for Digital Action
Mar 28, 20255 min read


Report: The social media domination of the German far right
The purpose of this report is to examine how far-right parties—specifically the German AfD—use digital tools and platforms for campaigning.
Featured image, The Vorfeld: influencers, groups and institutions gravitating around the AfD via YouTube.
Adrien Beauduin
Mar 18, 202510 min read


A milestone in fighting violence against women in Hungary
A report on how the rapid movement persuaded the police to cooperate with women’s rights specialists.
Featured image via Dániel Németh (444)
Written by Fanny Mommertz
Fanny Mommertz
Mar 7, 20258 min read
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