PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9250 - 51European values such as democracy, human rights, good governance and environmental sustainability have historically been at the heart of the European Union's development cooperation International development cooperation has evolved significantly over the last 30 years, marked by major geopolitical changes and the emergence of new players. In…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9237 - 43This article explores how various regions implement workplace democracy, providing specific examples to illuminate the universal appeal and effectiveness of these practices. Workplace democracy go beyond geographical boundaries, embodying principles that resonate with workers globally. By incorporating democratic practices, companies and institutions worldwide are not only enhancing…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9227 - 36Even if work were to disappear, as (generally) did slavery, we will still need a democratic way of making collective decisions in our societies Democracy and democracy at work: two sides of the same coin Some reflections about democracy at work This article shares some thoughts on…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9210 - 13The trade union collectivises workers' concerns, partly rebalancing the unequal power relations and thus enabling real participation and democracy at work. Democracy at work is a necessary condition for genuine political democracy. You cannot expect workers to be active citizens and subordinate workers at the same time.…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #924-9It is this rule of law that makes it possible, in a democratic organization, to offer freedoms to everyone, freedoms that are limited only by where others' freedoms begin The balance between justice and democracy: a reflection on the rule of law in practice “Peace cannot exist without justice,…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9538 - 45I urge you to channel your anger, comrade, to make us grow. Bring your ideas. And if the class doesn't support them, convince them. Give us your energy. INTRODUCTION The article below, although talking about the specific case of a journalist, echoes way beyond the local realities…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #9511 - 15The European Parliament must ensure that its internal practices mirror the values it so vocally defends on the global stage. Social Dialogue: A Democratic Imperative—But Is the European Parliament Walking the Talk? Since its founding, the European Parliament has consistently advocated for a more prominent role for…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #954 - 10In a democratic society, freedom of expression is never a given; it must be constantly relearned, protected, and exercised with discipline. Freedom of Association and Freedom of Expression: Balance and Tensions in the European Civil Service “There is no freedom without responsibility and control. The absence of…

PreviousPreviousNextNextAgora #953Trade unions should be recognized not as adversarial entities but as indispensable partners. Their role extends far beyond the articulation of demands; The Industrial Revolution redefined labour, introducing mechanization that displaced traditional crafts and reshaped economies. In response, trade unions emerged as a counterbalance to unchecked industrial power, securing…