Corruption is not just a governance failure. It’s a systemic threat to democratic life.
In our latest #RESPOND newsletter, we explore the patterns we’ve uncovered through co-creation, research, and cross-sector dialogue. We’ve launched a podcast to connect voices from within and beyond the project.
Have a look at the latest edition: https://mailchi.mp/ba5096f39112/one-year-in-from-questions-to-conversations
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We're at the #ICRN2025 Forum in Vienna! RESPOND is proud to support open, global conversations on corruption, democracy and integrity. #RESPOND
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One year of RESPOND.

Democracy needs more than elections. It needs trust. And trust needs care.
What’s next for RESPOND? More questions. More experiments. More voices. If you care too, join the conversation!
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From Elon Musk’s influence in German elections to Huawei's lobbying fallout after Qatargate: in our first episode of RESPOND News. Dispatches on the hidden threats to democracy, we ask: Is democracy being hacked from the inside?

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qUgJLyp4muZXzaSK1y1QG
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetiC6xbV-E&t=7s

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We work together across countries every day, but today, the RESPOND consortium met in person at the University of Bologna, sharing progress on our mission: strengthening democracy by addressing corruption and preventing organised crime.

Real discussions, real impact: research, cooperation,and shared values are key to protecting democratic systems across Europe.

Stay tuned: big steps are ahead

Catch up on RESPOND news. Dispatches on the hidden threats to democracy!

Hosted by S-COM, our first episode with Fernanda Odilla explores how Big Tech companies shape European democracy through lobbying, influence, and media power.

Listen now:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qUgJLyp4muZXzaSK1y1QG
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetiC6xbV-E&t=7s

We should #respond to #recruiters and give them a taste of their own #medicine..enough is enough!

How can we turn research into lasting public value?

Work Package 12 of #RESPOND, led by S-COM makes sure impact doesn't end with the project. From an open data repository and co-creation toolbox to the RESPOND final conference and a European Hub for Anti-Corruption Action.

Discover more https://www.eu-respond.eu/work-package/wp12/

SPOTLIGHT ON OUR PARTNERS!

Meet Net7 and Tele Radio City, affiliated with S-COM in #RESPOND.

NET7 is implementing the website's technological development and collaborating with partners for co-creation

With deep experience in podcast production, social media and outreach strategies, TRC is bringing its creative energy helping shape our voice online.

https://www.eu-respond.eu/partner/

Discover how digital tools are transforming anti-corruption efforts

On May 27 at 3 PM (CEST), join us for the launch of Fernanda Odilla’s The Digitalisation of Anti-Corruption in Brazil.

More info: https://www.eu-respond.eu/events/the-digitalisation-of-anti-corruption-in-brazil-book-launch-event-with-michael-johnston-alice-mattoni-and-fernanda-odilla/

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SPOTLIGHT ON OUR PARTNER!

With campuses in Duisburg and Essen, Universität Duisburg-Essen brings cutting-edge research in digital transformation and social science to #RESPOND.

As leader of WP10, it investigates how humans and machines interact to shape democratic practices in the digital age.

https://www.eu-respond.eu/partner/

What happens when citizens and experts rethink corruption together?

RESPOND's Co-Creation Workshops did just that—challenging assumptions and uncovering new perspectives. Can shared reflection lead to better policies?

https://www.eu-respond.eu/news/report-on-respond-co-creation-workshops/

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Thanks to everyone who joined us for yesterday’s RESPOND seminar with Dr Denis Ivanov on corruption and inequality in Lithuania, Hungary and Moldova.
With this event, following Monday’s session with Prof. Emanuela Ceva, we conclude two intense and inspiring days for the RESPOND project.
Stay connected for upcoming RESPOND events and research updates!

Visit our website: https://www.eu-respond.eu/

Thanks to everyone who joined yesterday’s RESPOND event on rethinking the concept of corruption

See you again today at 3 PM with new experimental insights from Lithuania, Hungary and Moldova
https://www.eu-respond.eu/events/awareness-of-corruption-and-attitudes-toward-socio-economic-inequality-experimental-evidence-from-lithuania-hungary-and-moldova/

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SPOTLIGHT ON OUR PARTNER!

King’s College London is a top-ranked UK university, recognized for its world-leading expertise in social science disciplines
In #RESPOND, KCL is offering its global perspective and strong relationships with government, business, civil society and international organizations to advance knowledge on media capture.

INFO: https://www.eu-respond.eu/partner/
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Reminder: Two RESPOND seminars next week!

Apr 14 – Prof. Ceva on conceptualising corruption
Apr 15 – Dr. Ivanov on corruption & inequality
University of Bologna or online

Full info: https://www.eu-respond.eu/events/

See you there!

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How do you think media and education influence how we see corruption?
WP8 of #RESPOND explores how platforms, journalism and civic education shape public views of corruption across Europe.
Explore our research https://www.eu-respond.eu/work-package/wp8/
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