The Corona pandemic has hit democracy and civil rights hard in many parts of the world, with further limited space for civil society. In Colombia violence against human rights defenders has increased, in Kenya police brutality has been used to enforce the restrictions and in Belarus, the election has led to major protests and increased threats against civil society.

What role can Sweden and the government's Drive for Democracy play to promote democracy and the space for civil society in these and other countries when societies are opening up again?

Panelists:

Moderator: Anna Stenvinkel, Secretary-General, ForumCiv