8th German-South African-Swiss Dialogue on Democracy

04 Feb 2027 - 05 Feb 2027

Time: 18:00 - 09:30

Location: Universität Basel, Kollegienhaus, Petersgraben 50, 4052 Basel

Organizer:
Prof. Dr. Nils Schaks

8th German-South African-Swiss Dialogue on Democracy

Democracy and Pluralism This international conference brings together legal scholars from South Africa, Switzerland, and Germany – three democracies that exemplify different models of pluralist governance within constitutional frameworks. The focus is on three key dimensions: democratic institutions as a characteristic feature and precondition of democracy, democratic procedures as well as the limits and the protection of democracy.

The event starts with the Pre-Conference Evening Lecture on 4 February 2027 at 6.00 p.m.

«Democracy Under Pressure: How Can We Achieve Democratic Resilience in Times of Poly-Crises?»
Prof. Dr. Helen Keller, University Zürich (CH)

The lecture is followed by: Apéro riche / Informal Reception

5 February is the Main Conference Day that starts at 9.30 a.m. and ends at 6.30 p.m.

Panel 1: Constitutional Elements of Pluralist Power-Sharing

Panel 2: Contestation by Procedure: How Process Organizes Pluralist Disagreement

Panel 3: Militant Democracy: The Limits of Pluralist Tolerance

Participation is free of charge, and the conference will be held in English.
Please register by 10 January 2027 using the code or link in the program flyer.

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