The New Group of World Servers at Work

Hope Dies Last

[adapted from avaaz.org]

If you think all hope is lost, think again.

This weekend, everyone expected the extreme right to win in France. Millions of people had other ideas. They voted—in droves—and beat the far right’s hate and division, pushing them into third place.

And it’s not just in France. In the biggest election year in history, far-right populists were planning to celebrate victories across Europe. Yet, people across the continent rose to beat them back. While the far right grew a little, the center held strong.

Over the last couple of months, [World Servers] have fought tirelessly across Europe and beyond. They’ve united Holocaust survivors, commandeered TV stations and newspapers, and investigated the far right’s ties to dictators. Through demonstrations, media stunts, and viral videos that reached millions, they have grabbed public attention and moved politicians to tears by bringing survivors of far-right policies to the halls of power.

Hope dies last. Together, we were part of an incredible journey, and we’re excited about where we’re headed next. Here’s a glimpse into the work we did over the last couple of months—from France to Germany, from Poland to Spain. These are the achievements that your hope and determination made possible:

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Accomplishments Against the Far Right

Facing the Extreme Right Head-On

Germany

At the beginning of the year, the extreme right was gaining momentum in Germany. As they prepared to kick off their EU elections campaign, we were ready. We hit the streets with a gigantic billboard truck, spotlighting their ties to dictators. Despite police intervention, we managed to make headlines on the main evening TV news, reaching over 10 million viewers!

Spain

In Spain, as far-right leaders from around the world gathered for a ‘Summit of Hate’, we mobilized thousands for a massive rally. The demonstration made global headlines, showing that people everywhere oppose the far-right’s vicious agenda. From covering Marseille with guerilla posters to organizing gatherings across France and erecting giant mirrors in Berlin reflecting the true horror of far-right hate, our efforts sent a strong message.

Amplifying Powerful Voices and Reaching Millions

Poland

We united four freedom fighters from four generations in Poland, releasing a joint letter in the country’s major newspaper that called on people to vote against far-right extremists. This unprecedented intergenerational call resonated widely on social media. Remarkably, the far-right party lost — for the first time in ten years!

Germany (Again)

Just days before the elections, we held a powerful press conference in Berlin featuring Holocaust survivors urging young voters to take a stand against the far right: “We couldn’t prevent it back then. But you can today.” Their emotional plea was covered by major media outlets like The Guardian, Le Monde, Die Zeit, and CNN, reaching tens of millions on social media platforms from TikTok to Instagram.

Celebrating Resistance

As votes were counted on the night of the European Elections, we brought joy and resolve directly to Brussels. Outside the European Parliament, choirs sang ‘Bella Ciao’, the anthem of resistance against fascism. The moment went viral, creating another media splash.

Preventing the Far Right from Gaining Power

After the elections, there was still a risk of the far right gaining too much influence. We united survivors from Poland, Italy, and Hungary who had lived under far-right governments. They traveled with us to Brussels to deliver an open letter warning EU leaders not to compromise with extremism. In meeting after meeting, these survivors moved politicians to tears with their testimonies, urging them to defend those most at risk.

Final Stop: France

In France, our investigations highlighted the threat posed by Marine Le Pen’s party to democracy, from attacks on women’s rights to ties with violent groups. We published multiple reports and partnered with public figures, former ministers, and well-known campaigners to rally voters against this hateful agenda.

When President Macron called a surprise election and the far right seemed poised to win, we helped unify dozens of civil society groups. Together, we organized massive women’s marches and pressured democratic candidates to join forces, ultimately preventing a far-right victory. Le Pen came third in the election.

A Movement Rising

If both the European and French elections taught us one thing, it’s that a beautiful movement is rising in response to the far-right threat. This movement embodies unity, belonging, and togetherness and believes that the future is ours to create.

Hope dies last. And our hope fuels action and change.

Next Stop

Defeating MAGA, extreme right American Nationalism and the Project 2025 in the USA this Fall. We can make it happen, as we prepare the way for a new spiritual dispensation and new models of democratic governance.. A new world is possible.

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