Europe’s flagship event for democratic values and global dialogue
With delegates from across the globe and a diverse lineup of international speakers, Words Matter! has become one of the leading gatherings on strengthening democratic values worldwide. In its third annual edition, Words Matter! 2026 will bring together advocates, policymakers, community voices, and young leaders in Oslo under the theme “Dialogue in Action: How to Rebuild a Fractured World.”
Alongside debates and workshops, participants will also have opportunities to share initiatives and showcase projects that put dialogue into practice. The forum is designed as a space where ideas are tested, connections are built, and democracy is strengthened through conversation that leads to action.
Words Matter! 2026 will take place at Oslo Kongressenter Folkets Hus in Oslo, Norway, on 28 April 2026.
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Registration is free and opens on 2 February 2026. Join the wait list today to receive exclusive early access to registration and other updates.
A look back at 2025
Words Matter! 2025 brought together global leaders, community advocates, religious leaders, and experts to discuss the world’s most pressing challenges facing democracy and the growing threat of disinformation. Speakers included Sir Nick Clegg, Helle Thorning-Schmidt, Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis, Jessica Cecil, Sasha Havlicek, and Ane Breivik, among many others.
