Women Advocate for Greater Participation Ahead of Elections in Nigeria
Civil society leader and women’s rights activist Abosede George-Ogan empowers female leaders in Nigeria.
Safeguarding Democracy in West Africa: Transforming Peaceful...
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Youth activists from Nigeria, Togo and Guinea will share their thoughts on the frustrations driving protests and new models for democratic activism.
NED Grantee Mobilizes Gambian Youth in Historic Elections
NED grantee Gambia Participates is working to educate voters and make sure youth voices are heard in the Gambia's presidential election.
NED Condemns Military Coup in Sudan
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) strongly condemns the military coup in Sudan, which took place in the early hours of October 25, 2021.
Zambia’s Election Brings Hope for its Democratic Future
Several NED partners worked to combat the government’s repressive tactics, inform voters, and get out the vote in Zambia's elections.
Ethiopia in Transition: Where is it Headed?
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Experts will discuss current developments in Ethiopia and what they mean for the country's democratic transition.
NED Grantees Advocate for LGBTIQ+ Rights in Africa
NED is proud to support several grantees who work courageously to defend LGBTIQ+ rights across Africa.
Youth Participation Critical to Democratic Progress in Côte d’Ivoire
Côte d’Ivoire president Alassane Ouattara won a controversial third term in office—despite the two-term limit embedded in the constitution—during an election boycotted by the opposition on October 31,...
NED HONORS SUDAN’S CIVIL SOCIETY WITH 2020 NED DEMOCRACY AWARD
On July 22, 2020, the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) paid tribute to the people of Sudan and their historic 2019 revolution by honoring three organizations working tirelessly to strengthen civil society...
The 2020 Democracy Awards: Honoring Sudan's Civil Society
09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NED honored three organizations working tirelessly to strengthen civil society in Sudan with the 2020 Democracy Award.
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