NED welcomes the release of 25 prisoners held by the Belarusian regime amid ongoing U.S. diplomatic engagement and tireless efforts by Belarusian human rights defenders.

Civic leaders, independent journalists, human rights defenders, and policy experts gathered for the Second Washington Dialogue to discuss the impact of Kremlin repression and strategies to bring about a democratic future for Russia.

On September 10, 2026, NED honored defenders of freedom from Belarus, Burma, Cuba, Ethiopia, and Russia at the 2026 Democracy Awards, held at George Washington's Mount Vernon.

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NED congratulates Bo Kyi on receiving the 2026 Ramon Magsaysay Award in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to human rights and democracy in Burma.