European Partnership for Democracy

The European Democracy Shield includes few new elements, but one exception is the forthcoming Guidance on the use of AI in electoral processes. It will complement existing regulation by clarifying what fair, transparent, human-centred, and responsible use of AI in elections looks like. This brief examines the role the Guidance could play in complementing and strengthening the ex...

The European Commission has released draft Guidelines on the classification of high-risk AI systems as part of the implementation of the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). Do they include all systems that represent a risk for electoral integrity. We analysed them to find out.

The real impact of an election observation mission is not measured on election day, but in the reforms that follow. When EU Election Observation Missions are paired with long-term electoral support, observation recommendations can become a roadmap for lasting democratic change.