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Independent citizen election observers are at the frontline of defending democracy across Europe. EPDE supports these human rights defenders.

We contribute to democratic election processes and resilient democratic institutions.

We protect the integrity of elections against malign interference.

Latest news & reports

FO SVD2026 Statement
The elections to Russia’s State Duma, held from 18 to 20 September 2026, were the first parliamentary elections since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This year’s so-called “Single Voting Day”...
(September 21, 2026)

Media about us

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France did not recognize the Russian "elections" in the occupied territories: who observed the voting
Radio France International (France)
September 22, 2026
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Why does part of the Spanish far right support Putin's elections?
Don Porque (Spain)
September 21, 2026
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Historian D'Orsi, an election observer in Russia, said: "Call me a Putin propagandist."
La Stampa (Italy)
September 19, 2026

What we do

Solidarity with Election Observers at Risk

The EPDE network engages beyond its membership with citizen election observers around the globe. We stand in solidarity with fellow democracy defenders and advocate for the right of citizens to exert public oversight over elections and democratic institutions.

Fighting Fake observation

Politically biased or fake observation involves election monitoring by groups and individuals who lack independent credibility and methodology. Per EPDE’s experience, fake observers focus on creating a false sense of legitimacy for non-democratic regimes, undermining efforts to ensure fair and democratic elections.

Solidarity with Election Observers at Risk

The EPDE network engages beyond its membership with citizen election observers around the globe. We stand in solidarity with fellow democracy defenders and advocate for the right of citizens to exert public oversight over elections and democratic institutions.

Fighting Fake observation

Politically biased or ‘fake’ election observation aims at advancing interests of political forces by imitating credible election monitoring. EPDE identifies persons and networks engaged in this practice in our Fake Observers database and advocates for measures to curb this phenomenon.

Capacity Building and Knowledge-Sharing

EPDE strengthens the capacities of citizen election observers in monitoring elections and advocating for reforms. Our annual Electlab Academy brings renowned international experts and citizen election observers together.

Strengthening of the Electoral Framework

The essence of election observation is to push for improvements in election processes. EPDE tracks the implementation of election related recommendations. We monitor the progress in electoral reform. Find here our database and respective reports and policy recommendations.

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UPCOMING ELECTIONS and Events

6
SEPTEMBER 2026
Germany

Saxony-Anhalt State Election

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20
SEPTEMBER 2026
Germany

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern State Election

Groß (landtag schwerin)
20
SEPTEMBER 2026
Germany

Berlin House of Representatives election

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All are non-governmental citizen election observation organizations standing up for transparent and equal suffrage.

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All are non-governmental citizen election observation organizations standing up for transparent and equal suffrage.

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