Providing tools to build resilient democracies.
Democracy Works Foundation intends to contribute to fostering democratic culture and practice by providing thinking on the work we do, research and analysis, practical toolkits and policy recommendations.
This page captures our different publication formats. You will find articles about our work, studies and papers, policy briefs and toolkits.
As the G20 shapes global decisions on economic governance, climate action, development finance, and digital transformation, its outcomes carry profound implications for Africa’s future….
This policy brief examines the relevance and application of F20 Recommendation 2, within the African context, as well as the points of convergence and…
This policy brief focuses on F20 recommendation 3: Transform the Global Financial System to Drive Climate and Development Goals and F20 recommendation 4: Strategically…
1. Background and Rationale Whistleblowing is a critical pillar of accountability, transparency, and ethical practice in workplaces across South Africa. It is critical Democracy…
Democracy Works Foundation is proud to announce that we’re hosting an official side event at this year’s Africa Climate Summit (ACS). Our side event…
In an era defined by division, building bridges across political, generational, and ideological lines is critical. Democracy Works Foundation (DWF) is responding to this…
Welcome to the Spotlight Series of Democracy Works Foundation’s Climate and Environmental Governance Programme (CEGP). This series casts a light on the critical work…
Launched in February 2024, the Protecting and Promoting Whistleblowing in South Africa (PPW) project is a collaboration between Democracy Works Foundation (DWF) and The…
Climate change challenges socio-economic development and environmental sustainability, especially in vulnerable regions like the Witzenberg and Karoo Hoogland Municipalities. While both the public and…
Fostering Climate Resilience Through Public Participation This toolkit is a practical climate action resource for South African municipalities. It offers a step-by-step guide for…