Episode 4 | Civil society: Elodie Nace
16 March 2026
In this episode of the third season of “Whistleblowing Now and Then”, titled “The Ecosystem Behind the Courage”, host Anna Myers sits down with Elodie Nace, General Delegate at France’s Maison des Lanceurs d’Alerte (Whistleblower’s House).
Civil society organizations play a crucial role in bridging the gap between whistleblowers and formal institutions. They provide essential support, such as legal assistance, advocacy, and psychological care, which national authorities may not be equipped to offer. These organizations often act as intermediaries, helping whistleblowers navigate the complexities of legal and bureaucratic systems. However, civil society organizations face their own challenges, such as maintaining independence and securing sufficient resources, which can impact their ability to effectively support whistleblowers.
Now in its third season, “Whistleblowing Now and Then” is a podcast exploring the most important issues of the day for whistleblowing, featuring interviews with experts, whistleblowers, and advocates. It is a joint project of the Whistleblowing International Network and the European Whistleblowing Institute.
Anna Myers is the Executive Director of the Whistleblowing International Network (WIN). To learn more about WIN, visit the website: https://whistleblowingnetwork.org/Home.
Dr Vigjilenca Abazi is the Executive Director of the European Whistleblowing Institute (EWI). To learn more about EWI, visit the website: https://www.ewi.legal/.
The third season of “Whistleblowing Now and Then” is part of Project BRIGHT (101143234), co-funded by the European Commission.
Project BRIGHT 101143232 is co-funded by the European Commission. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the granting authority. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
