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If the walls at Sigtuna Stiftelse could speak, they would tell a hundred-year story of Bildung in its truest sense. Two weeks ago, we had the privilege of gathering there together with ABF Stockholm to host the international conference “Education for Democratic Resilience in Northern Europe.” It was a space for exchange, reflection, and dialogue on the urgent need for broader coalitions that stand up for democracy. We heard perspectives from Norway, Ireland, Germany, Sweden, and Finland, covering topics from democratic education to the labour movement, and what is needed to strengthen participation and trust. One thing became clear: democratic values are under pressure in many parts of the world. Sometimes this happens quietly, through self-censorship; sometimes more visibly, through political shifts. Civic and public education remain vital infrastructures for participation, yet they are increasingly subject to both political and economic constraints. Strengthening democratic resilience requires more than ideas, it calls for sustainable networks and continuous exchange. A sincere thank you to everyone who contributed ABF Stockholm, Josefin Fürst, Aida Zekic, Anna-Lena Koschig, Annica Dahl, Anne-Marte Kolbjørnshus, Eric Sundström, Fredrik Pettersson, Jesper Bengtsson, Dagens Arena, Louise Olsson, Maura Adshead, Monika Arvidsson, Tomas Eneroth, The Norwegian Confederation of Trade Unions (LO) and Øyvind Hvidsten-Hansen.