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Democracy under stress

Exploring Foundations, Erosion, and Resilience
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This research focus brings together multiple faculties to study the social, cultural, and economic foundations of democracy, analysing the erosion of democratic structures and developing concepts to strengthen democratic resilience.

  • Political culture and legitimacy

    Analyses of transformation in Central and Eastern Europe, the legitimacy of government actions in crises, and the role of central banks in financial stability.

    Democracy under stress
  • Education, property, and social order

    Studies on the democratisation of education in the digital age and the revaluation of property in global capitalism, addressing justice and participation.

    Democracy under stress
  • Innovation cycles and governance

    Research on the evolution of technological,
    institutional, and social innovations and the limits of state control, focusing on the digitisation of government and administration.

    Democracy under stress
  • Learning democracy

    Interdisciplinary research and practical projects on the future of democracy, social dynamics, and learning spaces.

    Democracy under stress

Meet Our Researchers

  • Prof. Dr. Anika Klafki

    “In my research, I examine how the law can strengthen societal resilience against external crises such as climate change and internal threats to democracy.”

    Anika Klafki
    Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)
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Projects Shaping the Research Focal Area

Programmes to Support Early Career Researchers