Projects
16. March 2026
On 22 December 2025, two representatives from the Israeli private intelligence firm Black Cube met with SDS President Janez Janša in Ljubljana. Three months later, videos surfaced in Slovenia using methods that Black Cube has employed for years in political and intelligence operations worldwide. Read the full investigative report on potential interference in Slovenian democracy.
In cooperation with 8th of March Institute and Mladina.
13. March 2026
How do you talk to someone who says voting is pointless? We invited young debaters to the studio, persuaders who tried to use arguments to get skeptics to the polls. These skeptics were played by improv league performers. Listen to the exchange of views, the excuses, and the typical “they’re all the same” arguments, and then tell us who you found the most convincing! This video is in Slovenian.
11. March 2026
Janez Janša and the SDS party released a video claiming that early voting would be “invalid under all legal provisions”. This is dangerous and unstatesmanlike misinformation. Read the full press release (in Slovenian).
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1. March 2026
You can test your knowledge of elections and the most amusing democratic mishaps in this pre-election quiz. Every day from 1 March until 22 March, users were able to answer three questions to flex their democratic muscles, and were encouraged to invite their family and friends to join in. This app is in Slovenian.
25. February 2026
In the general election on 22 March, you chose the future. Political parties had widely differing manifestos and priorities, so the Izvoli.si voting quiz was designed to help you find the one that aligned closest with your views. It featured 30 of the 130 demands compiled by the Voice of the People (Glas ljudstva) initiative and presented to the political parties standing for election. Parties were able to state their positions by either committing to these demands or declaring their disagreement. This app is in Slovenian.
In cooperation with the Voice of the People initiative.
18. February 2026
Sign the European Citizens’ Initiative "Justice for Palestine", which demands the suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. The EU is Israel’s largest trading partner, and the agreement grants it access to the European market as well as institutional legitimacy. As long as it remains in force, the EU is collaborating with a state committing genocide in Gaza, a cooperation that we are also funding. This text is in Slovenian.
11. February 2026
The March 22 general election determined the makeup of the National Assembly and the country’s direction for the next four years. Knowing that many would be away on election day, we once again prepared a voting guide detailing various ways to cast a ballot. It was intended for everyone who was elsewhere in Slovenia, abroad, or unable to reach their polling station for health or other reasons. We provide these guides because we want as many people as possible to participate in decisions that significantly impact their daily lives. This app is in Slovenian.
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10. February 2026
With the upcoming election and the media once again filled with promises, catchy slogans, and glossy posters, it was the perfect time to look beyond the rhetoric and take a closer look at the work of the MPs in the ninth National Assembly. Because we believe people's vote should be based on substance, we have compiled data on the outgoing assembly's performance into a series of in-depth analyses. This content is in Slovenian.
21. January 2026
Alongside numerous organizations and individuals, we have sent a formal call to UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin, demanding that Israel be expelled from all competitions. For 27 months, Israel has been carrying out a genocide in Gaza, with the military killing over 800 Palestinian athletes and destroying hundreds of sporting facilities. This decision will show whether UEFA’s commitment to human rights is truly upheld in practice. This text is in Slovenian.
13. January 2026
On Wednesday, December 17, we hosted a round table to discuss the government's plan to establish a platform that would grant the public access to generative AI tools. The discussion was a direct response to a public procurement announcement made by Prime Minister Dr. Robert Golob without prior public consultation. Watch the recording of the debate. This content is in Slovenian.
In cooperation with Open Data and Intellectual Property Institute.
9. December 2025
On 12 November, the Prime Minister surprised the public with news that Slovenia plans to purchase generative AI licences from foreign tech corporations. This move, made without expert consultation and against domestic and EU guidelines, undermines Slovenia's digital sovereignty and our security. Together with over 70 experts, we warn that the state should invest in open, secure and locally developed AI, and we call on the Prime Minister to cancel the public procurement. This text is in Slovenian.
5. December 2025
The Ministry of Digital Transformation recently published new guidelines for the development of IT solutions. We believe the document overlooks key aspects affecting security, the position of users, and service quality. As a result, we propose improvements ranging from stronger rights protection to open source and stakeholder inclusion. Read our comments and recommendations! This text is in Slovenian.
25. November 2025
Proposed amendments to the Slovene Intelligence and Security Agency Act expand surveillance, legalise the use of spyware, and open the door to serious intrusions into privacy and other fundamental rights. Attempts were made to fast-track the bill without proper public debate. Read our opinion and the reasons why we strongly opposed such a solution. This text is in Slovenian.
25. November 2025
Thousands of Slovenes are under surveillance. Are you one of them? We have created an app to help you find out exactly what the Slovene Intelligence and Security Agency knows about you. Try it out and spread the word!
21. November 2025
Proposed legislative changes could dangerously undermine key EU digital rights. The so-called Digital Omnibus agenda prioritizes competitiveness over safety, risking the dismantling of hard-won rights and oversight of dangerous technologies. These changes grant corporations and governments more access to our data while leaving us with less protection. This serves the financial interests of Big Tech, not citizens! This text is in Slovenian.
4. November 2025
For the referendum on the Voluntary End-of-Life Aid Act, we created a simple map of polling stations for early voting. The map displayed all such polling stations across Slovenia, and voters could click on the nearest one to find out more about it. The map of polling stations for early voting is one of the online tools we use to actively encourage voters to fulfil their civic duty.