Shades of Democracy
Welcome to the ALDA Podcast series! Precious highlights to understand what local democracy looks like in our everyday lives. Chats and interviews with many guests from Europe and beyond. Find out more ➡️ www.alda-europe.eu
Episodes
April 15, 2025 • 8 mins
Behind the Scenes at ALDA: Who We Are and Why We Do It
We’re kicking off a brand new season of “Shades of Democracy” with a special behind-the-scenes episode! Meet the team behind ALDA as we share stories, laughs, and honest moments from our everyday work in the world of civic engagement.
From funny fails at international events to heartfelt memories from the field, this episode offers an inside look at what it really means to work f...
We’re kicking off a brand new season of “Shades of Democracy” with a special behind-the-scenes episode! Meet the team behind ALDA as we share stories, laughs, and honest moments from our everyday work in the world of civic engagement.
From funny fails at international events to heartfelt memories from the field, this episode offers an inside look at what it really means to work f...
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December 23, 2024 • 5 mins
And we have arrived at the end of the third season of the ALDA Podcast Shades of Democracy! 🚀
In this special recap episode, host Manal Snidi together with Beatrice Frascatani from the ALDA Communication Team reflect on the highlights of the season, their favourite episodes, and the valuable lessons learned. From volunteering and participatory democracy to combating hate speech and fostering inclusion, this season has been packed w...
In this special recap episode, host Manal Snidi together with Beatrice Frascatani from the ALDA Communication Team reflect on the highlights of the season, their favourite episodes, and the valuable lessons learned. From volunteering and participatory democracy to combating hate speech and fostering inclusion, this season has been packed w...
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December 20, 2024 • 36 mins
Join us in this episode of the ALDA Podcast Shades of Democracy as we reflect on the results of the 2024 EU elections and their implications for the future of European democracy.
We’re joined by MEP Daniel Freund and Adrien Licha, who will share their thoughts on how citizens can get involved, how young people can participate, and how civil society can help connect institutions with the public. This episode provides a deep look at h...
We’re joined by MEP Daniel Freund and Adrien Licha, who will share their thoughts on how citizens can get involved, how young people can participate, and how civil society can help connect institutions with the public. This episode provides a deep look at h...
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December 19, 2024 • 27 mins
Join us in this episode of the ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy" as we explore the transformative power of participatory democracy! Our guests, Anthony Zacharzewski, Anna Ditta, and Tamara Ehs, share their expertise and experiences in fostering local democracy and addressing today’s societal and environmental challenges.
Tune in to discover how involving citizens in decision-making processes can help shape a brighter, more inclusi...
Tune in to discover how involving citizens in decision-making processes can help shape a brighter, more inclusi...
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December 6, 2024 • 32 mins
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast “Shades of Democracy”, as we dive deep into the critical issue of hate speech and its intersection with gender and inclusion policies. Our guests, Sara Afendi (ALDA) and Hana Kojakovic (Media Diversity Institute), share their experiences tackling religious-based hate speech through projects like “Get The Trolls Out” and “HATEDEMICS”, and explore practical strategies for fostering inclusive d...
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June 28, 2024 • 22 mins
In this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," we dive into the importance of volunteering across Europe. Our esteemed guests, Maurizio Camin, Marta Sys, and Lorenzo Buscema, share their unique perspectives on how volunteer efforts foster community engagement, social inclusion, and active citizenship.
Listen in to discover how these initiatives are creating positive impacts throughout Europe!
Useful links:
Trento European Cap...
Listen in to discover how these initiatives are creating positive impacts throughout Europe!
Useful links:
Trento European Cap...
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May 28, 2024 • 36 mins
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy" as we discuss EU enlargement, and developments in Ukraine.
Our distinguished guests, Antonella Valmorbida, ALDA Secretary General and Marta Barandiy, founder of Promote Ukraine, share their perspectives on the situation in Ukraine, its links with the EU, and ALDA's role in supporting democratic values in the region.Tune in to gain more knowledge on the topic!
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Our distinguished guests, Antonella Valmorbida, ALDA Secretary General and Marta Barandiy, founder of Promote Ukraine, share their perspectives on the situation in Ukraine, its links with the EU, and ALDA's role in supporting democratic values in the region.Tune in to gain more knowledge on the topic!
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May 10, 2024 • 32 mins
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we explore the significance of the EU Elections 2024 and their impact on the future of European democracy. Our distinguished guests, MEP Domènec Ruiz Devesa and Alexandre Météreau offer valuable insights into the complexities of the electoral process and the strategies needed to engage citizens effectively through civil society.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding ...
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding ...
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May 7, 2024 • 4 mins
The Third Season of the Podcast produced by ALDA - The European Association for Local Democracy, has started! ⭐️🎙
In this Trailer, Manal Snidi and Beatrice Frascatani, from ALDA Communication Team, will tell you more about what to expect from this third season! Are you ready to find out more?
In this Trailer, Manal Snidi and Beatrice Frascatani, from ALDA Communication Team, will tell you more about what to expect from this third season! Are you ready to find out more?
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February 29, 2024 • 24 mins
A new episode of the ALDA Podcast is now available and it starts with a question: How much of a priority are the Western Balkans for the EU?
To answer to this question, the guests of the day will explore and analyse the 'New EU Enlargement Methodology' or 'New Methodology' ✨
So let's leave the floor to Ms. Ana Krstinovska, President of ESTIMA, former State Secretary for EU Affairs in the Government of North Macedonia, First Secretar...
To answer to this question, the guests of the day will explore and analyse the 'New EU Enlargement Methodology' or 'New Methodology' ✨
So let's leave the floor to Ms. Ana Krstinovska, President of ESTIMA, former State Secretary for EU Affairs in the Government of North Macedonia, First Secretar...
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December 29, 2023 • 5 mins
And we have arrived at the end of the second season of the ALDA Podcast 'Shades of Democracy'!✨
In this Episode, Beatrice Frascatani and Manal Snidi, from the ALDA Communication Team, will talk about the highlights of the season, and their favourite moments.
This season ends here, but do not stop to follow us!
In 2024 another season will be ready for you, directly in your headphones.
Stay tuned! 👀
In this Episode, Beatrice Frascatani and Manal Snidi, from the ALDA Communication Team, will talk about the highlights of the season, and their favourite moments.
This season ends here, but do not stop to follow us!
In 2024 another season will be ready for you, directly in your headphones.
Stay tuned! 👀
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December 29, 2023 • 25 mins
A new episode of the ALDA Podcast is now available!
This episode focuses on the Media for EU project, dedicated to the “Improvement of media
and journalism standards in the Republic of North Macedonia.” ✨
Our guests for the day are Dimitar Nikolovski, the Executive Director of Eurothink - Center for
European Strategies, leader of the project, with a strong background in media and research, and Xhelal Neziri, President of the BIRC Inst...
This episode focuses on the Media for EU project, dedicated to the “Improvement of media
and journalism standards in the Republic of North Macedonia.” ✨
Our guests for the day are Dimitar Nikolovski, the Executive Director of Eurothink - Center for
European Strategies, leader of the project, with a strong background in media and research, and Xhelal Neziri, President of the BIRC Inst...
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December 29, 2023 • 29 mins
A new episode is OUT NOW! 🎤
In this episode we talk about food sustainability with a focus on the FoodWave project. We do this together with Valeria Fantini, Project Manager at ALDA, and Coordinator of the Environment & Climate HUB in charge of the FoodWave Project, and with Cristina Fernández and Nabil Charour, representing the association Mar de Tierras.
Enjoy it! ✨
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More about Food Wave: https://bit.ly/3H0YOr5
In this episode we talk about food sustainability with a focus on the FoodWave project. We do this together with Valeria Fantini, Project Manager at ALDA, and Coordinator of the Environment & Climate HUB in charge of the FoodWave Project, and with Cristina Fernández and Nabil Charour, representing the association Mar de Tierras.
Enjoy it! ✨
Useful links:
More about Food Wave: https://bit.ly/3H0YOr5
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December 29, 2023 • 25 mins
A new Episode of the ALDA podcast is available! 🌟
As we stand on the brink of a new chapter in European democracy, the forthcoming EU elections in 2024 hold immense significance. Today, we are joined by two distinguished guests who bring unique perspectives to the table.
Listen to the words of Dafne Sgarra, Project Manager at ALDA, Coordinator of the Youth Empowerment & Education Thematic HUB, and in charge of the TALE Project a...
As we stand on the brink of a new chapter in European democracy, the forthcoming EU elections in 2024 hold immense significance. Today, we are joined by two distinguished guests who bring unique perspectives to the table.
Listen to the words of Dafne Sgarra, Project Manager at ALDA, Coordinator of the Youth Empowerment & Education Thematic HUB, and in charge of the TALE Project a...
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December 29, 2023 • 24 mins
New Episode released! 🌟
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we celebrate the 30 years anniversary since the establishment of the very first Local Democracy Agency in Subotica (Serbia) in 1993.
Our esteemed guests, Katica Janeva, Director of the ALDA office in Skopje (North Macedonia) & Coordinator of the Western Balkans regional area and Dženana Dedić, Director of Local Democracy Agency Mostar, tel...
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we celebrate the 30 years anniversary since the establishment of the very first Local Democracy Agency in Subotica (Serbia) in 1993.
Our esteemed guests, Katica Janeva, Director of the ALDA office in Skopje (North Macedonia) & Coordinator of the Western Balkans regional area and Dženana Dedić, Director of Local Democracy Agency Mostar, tel...
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December 29, 2023 • 31 mins
The sixth Episode of the ALDA podcast is ready for you! 🎤
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we unravel the intricacies of the Eastern Partnership's integration process.
Our esteemed guests, Nino Khukhua, Executive Director of Local Democracy Agency Georgia, and Viorica Tudos, Director of Chișinău Office, provide unparalleled insights into the collaborative efforts shaping political and economic relati...
Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we unravel the intricacies of the Eastern Partnership's integration process.
Our esteemed guests, Nino Khukhua, Executive Director of Local Democracy Agency Georgia, and Viorica Tudos, Director of Chișinău Office, provide unparalleled insights into the collaborative efforts shaping political and economic relati...
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December 29, 2023 • 28 mins
New episode released! 🌟
In this episode, we're joined by Dea Kralj, Project Officer at “ALL DIGITAL AISBL”, Aladdin Alrifai, project manager of Our Digital Village at ALDA and member of our Hub on Digital and Innovation.
Together, we explore the realm of digital education, honing in on its impact on civil society and the transformative role of EU projects in shaping a more inclusive educational landscape. Tune in to discover more i...
In this episode, we're joined by Dea Kralj, Project Officer at “ALL DIGITAL AISBL”, Aladdin Alrifai, project manager of Our Digital Village at ALDA and member of our Hub on Digital and Innovation.
Together, we explore the realm of digital education, honing in on its impact on civil society and the transformative role of EU projects in shaping a more inclusive educational landscape. Tune in to discover more i...
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December 12, 2023 • 26 mins
🎙 A new episode of the ALDA Podcast, “Shades of Democracy” is OUT! ✨️
In this fourth episode we are going to discuss about #migration and #integration. How? Through the analysis of the EPIC project - European Platform of Integrating Cities - funded by the #AMIF programme. 🌍🫂
🤝 With special guests Maddalena Alberti - ALDA Advisory Board member and director of ADL Zavidovići - and Ghesina Rath - in charge of European projects at ...
In this fourth episode we are going to discuss about #migration and #integration. How? Through the analysis of the EPIC project - European Platform of Integrating Cities - funded by the #AMIF programme. 🌍🫂
🤝 With special guests Maddalena Alberti - ALDA Advisory Board member and director of ADL Zavidovići - and Ghesina Rath - in charge of European projects at ...
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December 7, 2023 • 23 mins
The third Episode of the ALDA Podcast 'Shades of Democracy', second Season, is OUT NOW!
In this Episode we are going to talk about sustainable urban development and citizen
participation in local governance, focusing on the project “Autrement” (Aménagement Urbain
du Territoire pour REinventer les Mobilités et ENgager les Tunisiens).
Together with the ALDA Communication Team, there are Yasmine Falfoul, Communication and Local Democrac...
In this Episode we are going to talk about sustainable urban development and citizen
participation in local governance, focusing on the project “Autrement” (Aménagement Urbain
du Territoire pour REinventer les Mobilités et ENgager les Tunisiens).
Together with the ALDA Communication Team, there are Yasmine Falfoul, Communication and Local Democrac...
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December 4, 2023 • 33 mins
The Second Season of the Podcast produced by ALDA - The European Association for Local Democracy, has started! ⭐️
In this second episode, Manal Snidi, ALDA Communication Officer, together with Jeremy Apert, Programme Manager at EPD (European Partnership for Democracy) and Abdelaziz Bouslah, Director of ALDA Tunisia Office and Regional Manager, will tell you more about the participation of women and youth in public affairs by explori...
In this second episode, Manal Snidi, ALDA Communication Officer, together with Jeremy Apert, Programme Manager at EPD (European Partnership for Democracy) and Abdelaziz Bouslah, Director of ALDA Tunisia Office and Regional Manager, will tell you more about the participation of women and youth in public affairs by explori...
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