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#DemocracyDrinks: Disrupting Democracies

Published on 25-09-2023
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photo: OSCE/Katya Andrusz Russia’s full-scale attack on Ukraine is symptomatic of the broader tensions in the Eastern Neighbourhood. What are the tensions however, and what implications do these tensions hold for the EU-aspiring neighbouring countries like Georgia and Moldova? Join the conversation on 26 September when NIMD, the Hague Humanity Hub and the Netherlands Helsinki …

Statement: Developments in Guatemala post elections  

Published on 20-09-2023
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NIMD echoes the global call on all Guatemalan institutions and branches of government to fully respect the outcome of the elections, as certified by the country’s highest electoral authority. We urge Guatemala’s people to refrain from any actions that could undermine these results or jeopardize a peaceful and orderly transition.   As a longstanding democracy …

Our work in action | Adapting to changing contexts in Colombia

Published on 18-09-2023
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Helping maintain peace and stability through investment in democracy is a long-term commitment. Requiring effort on multiple fronts, as well as perseverance and flexibility as challenges arise and political winds change. In countries with a recent history of conflict this process can be particularly volatile, and great sensitivity is needed to help a country remain …

Kick-off Uganda Democracy Academy a great success

Published on 14-08-2023
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NIMD Uganda has launched a Democracy Academy for young people in politics. Here, participants from different political parties and regions come together to develop the skills and knowledge of democratic political leaders. The first cohort of 36 young politicians, who have just finished the first semester, are very excited. As one of the participants put …

Enhancing youth participation in politics through the Uganda Democracy Academy Fellowship

Published on 10-08-2023
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NIMD Uganda has launched the Uganda Democracy Academy Fellowship Programme. This programme brings together youth leaders from seven political parties in Uganda and will run until  December 2023. The monthly fellowship programme aims to empower young individuals and enhance their leadership skills, political knowledge, and civic engagement.   Informed and evidence-based conversations With approximately 70% …

Strengthening and sustaining democratic culture through youth training and inter-generational conversations

Published on 31-05-2023
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For years, crisis and conflict have defined Ethiopia’s politics. For example, thousands of people have died or been displaced due to the two year Tigrayan conflict that erupted in 2020. An AU-brokered peace deal in October 2022 has made tensions subside and has improved relations between the belligerents. Yet, the country remains trapped in deep …

Women in peace and politics in Latin America: A stock-take

Published on 23-05-2023
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Gender quotas, gender mainstreaming in peace agreements, a focus on equal rights… We see progress in Latin America when it comes to women’s participation in political decision making and in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. At the same time, conservative and authoritarian tendencies limit the space for women in peace and politics. It’s time to take …

NIMD at the Summit for Democracy: Shining a spotlight on democracy around the world

Published on 11-05-2023
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On 28-30 March, the world held its second ever Summit for Democracy. Bringing together leaders from government, civil society, and the private sector, the Summit provided an opportunity to increase commitment to safeguarding democracy worldwide. According to the latest Democracy Index by The Economist, only 8% of the world’s population today lives in fully functioning democracies. …

Ethiopia: One woman’s journey from political prisoner to pioneer for dialogue

Published on 11-05-2023
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Birtukan Mideksa is not the kind of person to shy away from a challenge. As one of Ethiopia’s most high-profile political prisoners, she spent years behind bars in the 2000s, determined to stay true to her values and beliefs even under the toughest of circumstances. Today, her challenge is helping to build and sustain a …

Walk the Talk: How can Kenya’s legal framework support political participation among under-represented groups?

Published on 03-05-2023
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This week, we launched a new report, which assesses the extent to which the legal framework governing Kenya’s political parties supports the inclusion and participation of special interest groups, defined as women, youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs). The study, entitled “Walk the Talk: A critical analysis of the legal framework on inclusion of special interest …