Support Slovak Youth Fighting for Democracy Introduction
In Slovakia, democracy faces mounting threats as far-right movements gain momentum and press freedom declines. Youth Against Fascism (Mladí), Slovakia's largest youth-led democratic initiative, stands at the forefront of protecting democratic values through innovative social media activism and public engagement. Their work has already transformed youth attitudes toward democracy—now they're scaling up to protect Slovakia's democratic future.
Current Initiative
Despite growing government censorship and increasing attacks on democratic institutions, Mladí continues its crucial work. They're launching an ambitious campaign to combat disinformation and protect democratic values through engaging, fact-based social media content. This grassroots effort aims to:​
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Deliver objective, accessible information to combat rising authoritarianism
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Build widespread youth engagement in democratic processes
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Empower citizens to make informed decisions based on facts, not propaganda
Your support will help:
Create compelling, fact-checked content reaching millions of Slovak citizens
Expand their successful youth outreach programs
Strengthen pro-democratic networks across Europe
Combat disinformation through innovative social media strategies
Join us in this vital fight for democracy in Slovakia. Your contribution will help ensure that young Slovaks have access to trustworthy information and remain committed to democratic values.
Together, we can protect democracy in Slovakia and set a powerful example for youth movements across Europe.
Our grantee
Youth Against Fascism (Mladí) emerged in 2016 as a response to the rise of fascist political parties in Slovakia's parliament. With 250,000 followers and a monthly reach of 1 million accounts—representing 20% of Slovak voters—they've become the country's most influential youth-led democratic platform. Their work has earned multiple accolades, including Journalism Awards, Forbes 30 Under 30, and the UN SDG Award.
About the Community Matching Funds Program
Our Community Matching Funds Program is a powerful response to the threat of authoritarianism worldwide, designed to mobilize resources and empower local organizations fighting for democratic resilience. This initiative offers individuals who recognize the global nature of the struggle for democracy a direct way to get involved.
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Through this matching funds program, Action for Democracy will double every dollar raised for our grantees, amplifying their efforts to defend progressive values and challenge authoritarianism. The Community Matching Funds Pilot Program is more than a fundraising effort—it’s a rallying cry for global solidarity. Together, we aim to build a world where democracy thrives and authoritarianism is held at bay, connecting people to tangible actions that make a real difference in the fight for democratic values worldwide.