DemNet Foundation for Development of Democratic Rights is an independent Hungarian NGO that was established in 1996.
DemNet’s vision is a more just, more equal, and more sustainable world based on the universal respect for human rights.
We are committed to reducing inequality, strengthening global solidarity and partnership, promoting gender equality, joint responsibility, active citizenship, a strong civil sphere and transparency.
We believe in individual responsibility but at the same time we are also aware that systemic changes are needed to make the world more equal and more fair, as well as to achieve genuine social, economic and environmental sustainability. We place a great emphasis on the constructive dialogue between sectors and the principle of localism.
Our work includes the drafting of analyses and public policy proposals. We cooperate with domestic and EU decision-makers and opinion leaders in our policy work, and we launch awareness-raising campaigns and stimulate the exchange of ideas and experiences between domestic and international NGOs and opinion leaders. We also carry out educational programs and hold trainings in Hungary and in developing countries.
“Old, deeply engrained systems take time to change, but we can’t leave it to time.”
Deeyah Khan
Due the cross-national character of our work and mission, in most cases we implement our projects in cooperation with international partners.
We are proud of the fact that in the two decades since DemNet was founded, a wide variety of international organizations and donors have honored us with their trust, providing us with expertise and financial support in the realization of our projects.
