Election-Watch.EU (wahlbeobachtung.org) is an independent, non-partisan civil society organisation with extended international and citizen-based election observation and electoral assistance expertise. The initiative aims at observing and assessing the European Elections and electoral processes in European countries. The process initiated in Austria focuses on international obligations and commitments as well as on best practices to strengthen democracy in Europe and European fundamental values. Through recommendations and advocacy, Election-Watch.EU contributes to the improvement of European and members states’ electoral systems and processes, and more broadly to the strengthening of democratic political practice. Election-Watch.EU provides information on the European and Austrian election processes, international standards and best practices.
The latest from Election-Watch.EU
Election Assessment Mission Report – European Elections 2024
The 21 recommendations of this EAM report focus on advancing electoral reforms across the EU. Key proposals include intensifying collaboration between European institutions and MS to address inconsistencies in national electoral regulations and harmonising voting eligibility criteria.
What remains to be done: Thinking through Reforms of the European Parliament Elections
This paper analyses the historical trajectory of previous European electoral reform efforts and discusses the legal framework of the EU and its implications for reforms.
From Hashtags to Votes: Social Media Patterns in Austria’s 2024 National Elections
In this study, we examine toxicity, hate speech, and extremism on Austrian online and social media platforms, as well as on Telegram channels, ahead of the elections. This study displays findings in graphs to provide a better understanding and, in addition, includes a disinformation case study.