Local Democracy in Action

Local action. Democratic resilience. Transatlantic lessons. 

Produced by the Bertelsmann Foundation in partnership with GMF Cities, Local Democracy in Action is a six-part series of short documentaries showcasing practical innovations that strengthen local democracy. The series highlights the responses of civic organizations and residents in Europe and the United States to crisis, and their actions to foster social participation and reimagine public spaces. Their work demonstrates the central role cities play in sustaining democratic life.

Read more about democratic actions in cities here.