The project examines the crisis and survival of political parties in Central Europe, with a particular focus on the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Poland. Despite its significant political
relevance, this topic remains under-researched, with important implications for the stability and
quality of representative democracy in the region, as well as for intra-party democracy. The
project will include both established parties formed in the 1990s and newer parties, particularly
those in which the leader plays a crucial role. Specifically, it will explore party organization,
assessing member and supporter loyalty, the role of party elites and leaders, and the influence
of party identity.

Sustainable Development Goals

Masaryk University is committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which aim to improve the conditions and quality of life on our planet by 2030.