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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 6d

Bei der Auftakt-Pressekonferenz zur H2 Convention 2025 wurde klar: Oberösterreich baut seine Rolle als zentrale Drehscheibe für grünen Wasserstoff in Zentraleuropa weiter aus.

🔗 Details im Pressetext: h2convention.eu/wasserstoff-...

Wasserstoff als Energieträger für Dekarbonisierung der Industrie alternativlos

Der Industriestandort Oberösterreich und der Großraum Linz entwickeln sich Schritt für Schritt zur zentralen Drehscheibe für den Wasserstoff-Aufbau in Österreich und in Zentraleuropa. Mehrere H2-Leitp...

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 16d

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Innovation Politics Award 2025

Photo collection by Michele Agostinis Photographer

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 16d

Relive the inspiring moments from the Innovation in Politics Awards 2025! 🏆

A huge congratulations to all the winners and thank you to our partners and everyone who joined us in Vienna for a night of celebrating democratic innovation.

📷 Photo credits: Michele Agostinis

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 20d

Congratulations to all the winners of The Innovation in Politics Awards 2025! 🏆

This year's eight winning projects were selected by a panel of over 1,000 European citizens from a pool of more than 300 submissions spanning 34 countries.

Find out who the winners are here:

Eight Outstanding Political Projects Win The Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 in Vienna – The Innovation in Politics Institute

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 21d

The Innovation in #PoliticsAwards Conference & Gala taking place today in #Vienna! Tonight this year’s winners will be revealed.
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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 23d

It’s a reflection of how we work: bold, collaborative, and focused on impact.

It brings together our initiatives, mission partnerships, and tools in one place, making it easier to follow, join, and grow the movement for democratic innovation.

Explore our new website:

The Innovation in Politics Institute

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 23d

🌍 On World Democracy Day, the global call is to strengthen democracy through transparency, participation, and open data.

In a time when democracy faces mounting challenges, we’ve built a new digital home with this mission in mind.

Our new website is more than a redesign.

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · 28d

The countdown is on! ⏰

Only one week to go until The Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 on 17 Sep. 2025 in Vienna!

Prepare to celebrate outstanding political innovation across Europe and applaud this year's winners.

Secure your free seat now: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/awards2025

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Sep 2

Die WIVA P&G lädt Studierende ein, ihre Masterarbeiten und Dissertationen im Rahmen der Initiative „Studierende vor den Vorhang“ einzureichen. Gesucht werden Projekte aus allen Disziplinen – von Technik über Recht und Kommunikation bis hin zu Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft.

👉 Alle Infos hier:

Studierende vor den Vorhang - WIVA P&G

Preis für eure Masterarbeit oder Dissertation auf der H2Convention am 27. November 2025 in Linz Liebe Studierende! Ihr arbeitet an eurer Masterarbeit oder Dissertation rund um das Thema grüner Wass...

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Sep 2

Du forschst zu grünem Wasserstoff oder erneuerbaren Gasen? Dann ist jetzt deine Chance, deine Arbeit sichtbar zu machen!

📍 Preisverleihung: 27. November 2025 auf der H2Convention in Linz
💡 Dotierung der Top 3: Dissertationen je € 1000 | Masterarbeiten je € 500
🗓️ Einreichfrist: 21. September 2025

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Aug 20

It is with shock and sadness that we must announce that our co-founder, partner, colleague, inspirer, and mentor, Ronny Zuckermann, passed away on Monday, 18.08.2025.

We shall miss him.

The Teams of The Innovation in Politics Institute and the European Capital of Democracy NPO

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Aug 18

⏳ Only 1 month to go!

Don’t miss The Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 on 17 September in Vienna, the current @capitalofdemocracy.eu, where we'll be celebrating Europe’s boldest innovators and changemakers.

Register now to secure your spot: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/awards2025

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jul 22

🎤 We are thrilled to announce our keynote speaker at the Innovation in #PoliticsAwards Gala!

Join us on Sep 17 in the Vienna - register now: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/awards2025

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Helfried Carl @helfriedcarl.bsky.social · Jul 17

It was an honour and a joy to be back at the OSCE, where I used to work as an Attaché at @bmeia.gv.at's Permanent Mission almost 30 years ago, this time invited to give a presentation on @capitalofdemocracy.eu in the context of OSCE's work on Smart and Resilient Cities.
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European Capital Of Democracy @capitalofdemocracy.eu · Jul 17

OSCE meets ECoD. Our founder @helfriedcarl.bsky.social had the honour of presenting the European Capital of Democracy at the OSCE’s first thematic meeting on Smart & Resilient Cities.

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jul 9

Eva Stefkova, from Czechia 🇨🇿, shares what it means for the project, “Career Guidance Ostrava” to be a finalist in the Education category.

We’ll announce the winners of the Innovation in Politics Awards 2025 on Sep in Vienna! 🎉

Secure your free ticket now: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/awards2025

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jul 2

He and the other finalists will join us in Vienna for the 2025 Innovation in Politics Awards, where we’ll announce the winners! 🎉

If you’re in Vienna on September 17th, you can also join the ceremony for free. Secure your spot now: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/awards2025

The Innovation in Politics Awards Conference and Gala 2025

Join political innovators from across Europe on 17 September 2025 at The Innovation in Politics Awards Conference & Gala 2025 in Vienna.

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jul 2

Premtim Fazliu, from Kosovo 🇽🇰 , shares what it means for the project, "Breaking the Cycle – Empowering Domestic Violence Survivors through Financial Support," to be a finalist in the Social Cohesion & Integration category.

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jul 1

Entscheidungsträger:innen aus 50 Städten und Gemeinden in Österreich, 24 Best Practices und über 60 Expert:innen der digitalen Demokratie: Das war die Safe Democracy Convention 2025.

🎥 Die besten Momente gibt’s hier: www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2qF...

Safe Democracy Convention 2025

YouTube video by The Innovation in Politics Institute

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jun 27

🚀 Wir stellen ein!

🌿 Zwei Positionen: Studentische Projektassistenz (20 Std/Woche) & Projektmitarbeiter:in auf Werkvertragsbasis (stundenweise).

Start September 2025, flexible Stunden, nachhaltige Projekte.

🔗 Jetzt bewerben:
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Jobs bei The Innovation in Politics Institute GmbH

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European Capital Of Democracy @capitalofdemocracy.eu · Jun 24

A full team day in #Bratislava
→ Boat ride across borders
→ Visit to the Austrian Embassy
→ Talks on Slovakia’s political landscape
→ Art, sunlight, and excellent broccoli soup
Our founder once served as ambassador here – so this trip was more than symbolic.

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European Capital Of Democracy @capitalofdemocracy.eu · Jun 23

Barcelona. Vienna. Cascais. These cities didn’t just lead — they made democracy visible. Now we’re looking for the next one.
Think your city has what it takes?📍 Apply now: capitalofdemocracy.eu/how-to-apply

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jun 5

🌟 New team member!

We’re excited to welcome Sabrina Maria Lehner as our new Event Manager.

Help us give Sabrina the warmest welcome!

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · Jun 3

📹 Watch the highlights from the ACT NOW Mayors Conference 2025 where local action meets global climate goals. 🌱 🏙️

Many thanks to all partners, speakers, and participants for their valuable contributions.

#ACNM25 #JustTransition

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ACT NOW Mayors' Conference 2025 Highlights

YouTube video by European Capital of Democracy

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · May 28

We look forward to celebrating their achievements and announcing the winners at the Awards Conference & Gala on 17 September 2025 in #Vienna, the current @capitalofdemocracy.eu

📅 Register for the event: event.innovationinpolitics.eu/awards2025

🔗 Read more: innovationinpolitics.eu/finalists-fo...

The Innovation in Politics Awards Conference and Gala 2025

Join political innovators from across Europe on 17 September 2025 at The Innovation in Politics Awards Conference & Gala 2025 in Vienna.

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The Innovation in Politics Institute @innovationinpolitics.eu · May 28

🎉 Congratulations to the finalists of The Innovation in #PoliticsAwards 2025!

Eighty exceptional projects from across #Europe have been selected for their impact, creativity, and dedication to democratic innovation.

🔍 Check the full list of finalists: awards.innovationinpolitics.eu/best-practic...

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