Panel discussions and the presentation of the Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize during the Athens Democracy Forum 2026 in Athens, Greece, on September 30, 2026. The forum brings together international speakers and civil society representatives to discuss democratic renewal, public participation and challenges facing democratic institutions.
The 2026 prize recognises Lara Parizotto, executive director of the Migrant Democracy Project, for her work advancing the political participation and representation of migrant communities. Established by the Kofi Annan Foundation and the Democracy & Culture Foundation, the annual award supports young leaders defending, renewing and promoting democracy.
