Presentation
Radical Democracy is a cooperative network of left-wing initiatives, including activist and research groups, grassroots projects, and independent media.
Mission
We are united by our commitment to left democratic values and coordinate our efforts on the principles of solidarity and internationalism. Together, we organize joint campaigns, address shared challenges, and support grassroots self-organization. By building common infrastructure and helping one another, we are creating the conditions for the emergence of a strong democratic left political force in the future.
Participation in WSF 2026
Authoritarianism Yesterday and Today, Resistance and AlternativesAs authoritarianism deepens across different political systems and economic inequalities continue to grow, social movements are facing new challenges in defending democracy, human rights, and social justice. This session will explore the connections between contemporary capitalism and authoritarian governance, while highlighting experiences of grassroots resistance, community organizing, and international solidarity. Participants will exchange strategies and envision transformative alternatives that place people, equality, and ecological sustainability at the center of social and economic systems.2. Development and Solidarity: Civil Society in the Implementation of the Sustainable Development Agenda (SDGs)The implementation of the 2030 Agenda can only succeed through the active participation of grassroots movements, civil society organizations, Indigenous Peoples, local communities, youth, women, and other rights holders. This session will explore how to strengthen inclusive and democratic participation in sustainable development processes, ensuring that those most affected by social, economic, and environmental challenges are not only consulted but become equal partners in shaping policies and solutions. Participants will exchange experiences on building collaborative spaces, promoting community-led initiatives, fostering solidarity across sectors and regions, and advancing people-centered approaches that leave no one behind.3. Solidarity with Russian Political Prisoners: Creating Collaborative SpacesThe growing repression of civil society in Russia highlights the urgent need for stronger international solidarity and coordinated action in defense of political prisoners, human rights defenders, journalists, trade unionists, anti-war activists, and political opponents. This session will focus on the situation of Russian political prisoners and persecuted activists, exploring the role of international solidarity in protecting human rights, supporting those facing political repression, and strengthening networks of resistance across borders. The discussion will focus on building collaborative spaces that connect movements worldwide and reinforce collective efforts to defend democratic freedoms, civic participation, and struggles for justice and social change.
Proposed activities (3)
Solidarity with Russian Political Prisoners: Creating Collaborative Spaces
The growing repression of civil society in Russia highlights the urgent need for stronger international solidarity and coordinated action in…
Development and Solidarity: Civil Society in the Implementation of the Sustainable Development Agenda (SDGs)
The implementation of the 2030 Agenda can only succeed through the active participation of grassroots movements, civil society organizations, Indigenous…
Understanding Modern Russia: Soviet Legacy, Neoliberalism, and Anti-Imperialist Rhetoric
As the Putinist regime presents itself as a counterweight to Western hegemony, debates continue over the nature of its imperial…