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Myanmar: Optimism and opportunities in the post-coup landscape

Published on 01-02-2022
Reading time 4 mins
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A year ago, on February 1st, 2021, the military in Myanmar deposed the elected government, stalling a gradual process of democratization that had begun a decade earlier. The coup d’etat sparked protests around the country, as people took to the streets to voice their support for democracy. NIMD had been active in Myanmar since 2014 …

Sowing the seeds of reconciliation in Ethiopia

Published on 24-01-2022
Reading time 3 mins
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When conflict is engulfing sections of a country, keeping the lines of communication and dialogue open is crucial in the process of moving towards reconciliation. In Ethiopia, preparation for a national dialogue is underway after a conflict in the Tigray region escalated last year, and we are hopeful that all sides are making progress towards …

Saluting Female Peace-builders in Colombia

Published on 25-11-2021
Reading time 1 mins
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Putting women at the center of peace-building efforts is a crucial step in ending violence against women in conflict. Today, as the world marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we salute the female activists in Colombia who campaign tirelessly to ensure women’s voices are heard in the country’s ongoing reconciliation …

Portraits of Courage in Colombia

Published on 05-11-2021
Reading time 5 mins
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NIMD Colombia runs Democracy Schools in some of the most volatile regions in the country, where activists frequently face violence and abuse. Here we profile three of the courageous young alumni, and find out their hopes for the future. A version of this article appeared in Dutch in the Vice Versa magazine youth special. In …

Amplifying Marginalized Voices in the Honduras elections

Published on 21-10-2021
Reading time 2 mins
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At NIMD, we believe that democracy only thrives when every voice is heard. But people from marginalized groups in Honduras have traditionally been under represented in the political process. That’s why NIMD Honduras has launched Honduras nos Convoca (www.hondurasnosconvoca.hn), an online platform that amplifies the voices and policies of people from under-represented groups who are …

The Tunis School of Politics: A lifelong connection

Published on 30-06-2021
Reading time 4 mins
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Before 2011, Nabil Hajii had never been involved in politics. But the Jasmine Revolution changed that. Following the overthrow of Ben Ali’s regime, he saw his fellow Tunisians start to dream. They dreamed of a better country; a democratic country with social justice. His belief in this dream led him to become an election observer …

Money and politics in Mali: Investigating the cost of politics

Published on 09-12-2020
Reading time 5 mins
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Honourable Issa Togo is a member of Parliament in Mali. He comes from the centre of Mali, an area in great turmoil. Jihadist attacks on the military and the civilian population have become an almost everyday occurrence, and the absence of the state has made it impossible to curb violent clashes between communities. Corruption is …

Empowering women leaders at the Myanmar School of Politics

Published on 06-11-2020
Reading time 4 mins
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Mu Nang Wai Wai Htun sits on the Shan State-level Central Executive Committee of the Kayan National Party. She became active in politics at a young age, joining the Catholic Youth Council in 2000 – until the military regime shut down her activities and attempted to arrest her. Mu Nang Wai Wai Htun met NIMD …

Towards inclusion and gender equality in Central America

Published on 24-09-2020
Reading time 5 mins
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The story below, by Jan-Albert Hootsen, is adapted and translated from the Vice Versa Special Edition on Gender. The special edition tells the stories of a diverse group of women from across the world. Despite political, social and financial pressures, these outspoken women remain tirelessly committed to an equal and inclusive society. Central America was …

Opening doors for Tunisia’s young politicians

Published on 12-08-2020
Reading time 5 mins
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This is the story of Yassmine Ben Hamida, an inspirational young politician who met NIMD at the Tunis School of Politics (TSoP). Aged 19, Yassmine Ben Hamida is one of the youngest people in Tunisia to be elected to a political position. Shortly after her election as a City Councillor, she decided to join TSoP. …