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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

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In January 2026, the United Russia party announced plans to establish a party-controlled “network of professional international observers,” dismissing established, international election monitoring organizations such as OSCE/ODIHR as “provocative” and...
(January 30, 2026)

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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

3
February 2026
Online

Global launch of the first-ever report on the Global State of Nonpartisan Citizen Election Observers’ Rights

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8
MARCH 2026
Germany

State Election

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22
MARCH 2026
Slovenia

Parliamentary elections

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APRIL 2026
Hungary

Parliamentary election

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

MEMBERS

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

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