Welcome to the ALDA Podcast series! Precious highlights to understand what local democracy looks like in our everyday lives. Chats and interviews with many guests from Europe and beyond.
Season 4 EP. 1 – Trailer
The Fourth Season of the Podcast produced by ALDA has started! ⭐️
Behind the Scenes at ALDA: Who We Are and Why We Do It
We’re kicking off a brand new season of “Shades of Democracy” with a special behind-the-scenes episode! Meet the team behind ALDA as we share stories, laughs, and honest moments from our everyday work in the world of civic engagement.
From funny fails at international events to heartfelt memories from the field, this episode offers an inside look at what it really means to work for democracy.
Tune in as hosts Manal Snidi and Beatrice Frascatani walk you through our organisation’s spirit, with spontaneous interviews collected during our latest staff meeting.
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Season 4 EP. 2 – Housing
🎙️ Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast “Shades of Democracy,” as we explore why housing is more than just shelter — it’s a cornerstone of democratic participation.
Our guest Maite Arrondo, member of ALDA’s Advisory Board and long-time advocate for social justice, shares powerful insights on the current housing crisis and what must change at both the EU and local levels.
From street interviews in Brussels to policy recommendations made at the Civil Society Week 2025, this episode uncovers the urgent need to treat housing as a human right, not a commodity.
🏠 Tune in to hear how communities across Europe are pushing for housing justice — and why democracy begins at home.
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