‘Democracy is a collective act of care’ is a complementary event to the Democratic Odyssey’s Vienna Assembly, designed to highlight the lived experiences of systemic crises through the lens of grassroots movements, collective action and contested democratic spaces. By grounding the broader deliberations of the Assembly in real-world struggles, the event amplifies voices often pushed to the margins of institutional politics, fostering a deeper sense of urgency and care.
🗓️ Date: Friday, 23 May 2025
📍 Location: The House of the Republic - Funkhaus Wien, Argentinierstraße 30a, 1040 Vienna, Austria
A historic site of resistance and broadcasting, now a space for dialogue and collective imagination.
Programme:
18:00 – Living Together in Freedom
Workshop with Lena Wilderbach – Jineolojî Center
18:00–19:00 – Rethinking Participation (Max. capacity 50)
Panel discussion with Vienna Office for Participation, Initiative for Voting Rights for All Residents - Pass Eagle-, and Festwochen Citizens’ Council
19:00–20:00 – Assemblies from the Margins (Max. capacity 50)
Panel discussion on democratic practices in Serbia, Rojava, and universities
20:00–21:30 – Civic Arts Interventions
Artistic activations in the foyer
20:30–22:00 – Free Tapas and Drinks (Max. capacity 120)
For Democratic Odyssey participants and registered general public (voucher required)
22:00 – Love is a Verb
Concert presented by Wiener Festwochen
Please fill out the following form to register for the festival.
