
Caux Democracy Forum 2025: The full report is now available
08/10/2025
The Caux Democracy Forum 2025 (8 - 12 July) brought together more than 350 participants from over 45 countries at the Caux Palace to reflect and act on the theme “Revitalizing Democracy – Towards Inclusive and Peaceful Societies Across Europe and the World.”
Grounded in the values of One Humanity, Integrity, Trust, Courage, and Hope, CDF 2025 served as a catalyst for dialogue, collaboration, and moral renewal at a moment of global democratic fragility.

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