The Oslo Center is an independent, non-partisan democracy assistance center which assists in strengthening democratic political institutions and processes.

Joined May 2009
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The Oslo Center was excited to take part at the Brussels earlier this week for #DemoWave 2026. How are young Kenyans driving civic accountability? Read the full report here: 👉 oslocenter.no/wp-content/upl…
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Happy Pride Month from all of us at The Oslo Center! 🌈 At The Oslo Center, we strive for a world with democracy at the center, meaning including everyone, regardless of skin color, identity or orientation❤️
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The Oslo Center recently hosted a series of community barazas with @YouthLamu and @KwaleYouth Support by @theLeftForum, we support Kenya's next generation as empowered participants democratic governance ✊🏾
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On this #Madaraka Day, we honor the courage and voices shaping #Kenya's democracy. The Oslo Center stands with all communities building an inclusive and prosperous future. 🇰🇪 Heri ya Madaraka! 🇰🇪
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#AI is rewriting the rules of democracy. As #Kenya heads toward the 2027 #elections, the threat of AI-driven disinformation to democracy is urgent. Our report breaks down lessons from 2022 & offers strategies to protect the vote. Read it here 👉 bit.ly/49tar8W
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📽️ What does the future of #democracy look like? Just ask the next generation. We teamed up with @EPDeu & Utøya for the #Utøya Youth Inclusion Workshop. Changemakers from 4 continents came together to get more young people into governance. youtube.com/watch?v=dGzMXOJX…
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Democracy is something we build together, every single day. Today is for celebrating our progress; tomorrow is for continuing the work toward a more just and dignified world. 🇳🇴 Happy 17. mai from all of us at The Oslo Center! ❤️
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Happy Constitution Day, #Norway! 🇳🇴 Today is all about celebrating peace, democracy, and community. We wish everyone a fantastic #SyttendeMai as we continue working together to champion these vital democratic values around the world. 🌍
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📣 Hear what our young leaders have to say about youth inclusion and participation in governance and politics. 🎥Highlights from the recent recent Utoya Youth Engagement Workshop, held in partnership with @EPDeu and #Utoya.
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Late last year, John Løvdal joined The Oslo Center as CEO. With decades of experience in democratic development, John is focused on the practical work of bridging the gap between citizens and decision-makers to help keep governance inclusive and accountable.
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A huge shoutout to our Words Matter! 2026 Student Ambassadors. Thank you for your hard work, brilliant insights, and for being the face of the next generation of leaders! 🌍🤝 #WordsMatter2026
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📸 The official photos from #WordsMatter2026 are now available online! Access them all here 👉 oslocenter.no/wordsmatter/ph…
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The Oslo Center retweeted
What a wonderful experience in #Oslo #wordsmatter2026 - lovely sunny 🌞 weather such friendly, helpful people- thank you!
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📢 Applications are now open for the Empowering Women In Politics (#EWIP) 2026 cohort training in #Kenya! This is your opportunity to build the skills, confidence, & strategies you need to win in 2027. 📅 Deadline: Thursday, 7 May 2026 🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/EWIP2026
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✨ 25 speakers. 100s of delegates. 1 incredible day! Thank you for making #WordsMatter2026 a powerful showcase of dialogue. Yesterday proved common ground isn’t found, it’s built through our daily words and actions. The work continues. See you out there! 🌍 #Oslo #Takk
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“That planet that we have, that is yours. That is for the youth.” - @astro_jannicke, Astronaut and filmmaker. #WordsMatter2026
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"As a youth, you shouldn't need to sacrifice your life just to feel included… If young people are our future leaders and stakeholders, we must start treating them that way today.” - Tiana Doncheva, General Director and Co-Founder, WorkForce – internship. #WordsMatter2026
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The Oslo Center retweeted
At Words Matter! 2026 in Oslo Kongressenter Folkets Hus, leaders like Jacinda Ardern meet voices from Lamu .Hon. Mohamed Skanda reminds the world: youth aren’t waiting—we’re organizing, demanding inclusion, and shaping democracy.From Lamu to the world #WordsMatter #YouthPower
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“I’m not scared of the future. The only thing I’m scared of is that old men like me are not willing to leave their seat.” - Finn Jarle Rode, Chairman, The Oslo Center #WordsMatter2026
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