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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.”
Registration is free, but seats are limited.
Words Matter! 2026 will take place at Oslo Kongressenter Folkets Hus in Oslo, Norway, on 28 April 2026.
Announced speakers so far include:
- Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand (2017 – 2023)
- Lars Svendsen, Professor of Philosophy, University of Bergen and Civita
- Ana Mosiashvili, Research and Programmes Manager, European Partnership for Democracy
- Staffan I. Lindberg, Professor and Founding Director, V-Dem Institute
- Sirianne Dahlum, Professor of Political Science, University of Oslo
- Finn Jarle Rode, Chairman, The Oslo Center
- Toril Pedersen, Director, UNDP Global Policy Centre for Governance
- Carl Henrik Knutsen, Professor of Political Science, University of Oslo
- John Lovdal , CEO, The Oslo Center
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Event Venue
Oslo Kongressenter/Oslo Congress Centre, Youngs gate 21, 0181 Oslo, Norge, Oslo, Norway
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