Östgruppen För Demokrati & Mänskliga Rättigheter is a volunteer organization based in Stockholm, Sweden. The organization focuses on promoting democracy and human rights in Eastern Europe and the Balkans. It engages in various activities aimed at supporting civil society, fostering democratic governance, and advocating for the protection of human rights in these regions.
The organization collaborates with local partners and international networks to raise awareness about human rights issues and to provide support for activists and organizations working to promote democratic values. Through educational programs, advocacy efforts, and capacity-building initiatives, Östgruppen seeks to empower individuals and communities to participate actively in the democratic process and to uphold human rights standards.
Östgruppen also conducts research and publishes reports on the state of democracy and human rights in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, contributing to the broader discourse on these critical issues. The organization aims to inform policymakers and the public about the challenges faced by civil society in these regions, thereby fostering a greater understanding of the importance of democracy and human rights.