Flóra Szigeti
Researcher and Trainer on Political Intermediation
Researcher and Trainer on Political Intermediation
Flóra Szigeti develops The Middle, exploring how dialogue among political intermediaries strengthens democratic agency. A former politician and civil servant, she managed and taught at CEU Democracy Institute leadership programs, and advises CSOs.
Flóra Szigeti on the Schedule 2026
All times in CEST
Afternoon
Afternoon
The Democratic Comeback: How the Rule of Law Wins
Across many countries, illiberal governments have weakened checks and balances, undermined judicial independence, and eroded public trust. Explore the prospects for reversing illiberal trends and restoring the rule of law in systems under strain that can fuel a broader democratic comeback.
14:00
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15:00
The Democratic Comeback: How the Rule of Law Wins
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If Health Fails, Does Democracy Fail? | Health Focus
Healthcare is where the state becomes tangible: in access to care, waiting times, and whether people feel heard. When a system works for others but not for them, trust in democracy suffers. Yet structural constraints can limit governments’ ability to deliver. Taking healthcare as a starting point, this session explores how participation, state capacity, and democratic trust intersect.
15:30
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17:00
If Health Fails, Does Democracy Fail? | Health Focus
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