Voices From Congo: The Road Ahead
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
This unique conference brought to Washington a Congolese perspective on the current political and human rights situation and help inform U.S. policy on Congo with constructive ideas and recommendations.
Democracy and Insecurity in Central America: The Role of...
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Panelists discussed the consequences of high levels of insecurity have for democratic stability, militarization policy effects on democracy and governance, the role does civil society in civilian oversight of the armed forces and in security policy proposal and oversight, and how governments can tap into innovative policy recommendations from civil society organizations.
Engendering the Movement for Democracy in Iran
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
In her presentation, Ms. Mahboubeh Abbasgholizadeh, a leader of the Iranian Women’s Movement, explored how women activists can draw attention to gender perspectives and promote a culture of equality within the Green Movement. By identifying shared values in a number of key areas, Ms. Abbasgholizadeh sought to locate common ground and present a strategy for further promotion and integration of gender equality.
From the Grassroots to the Nation: Promoting Women’s Rights...
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
In her presentation, award-winning development practitioner Ms. Anne-Stella Fomumbod examined the socio-cultural impediments to women’s rights, and presented the experiences and achievements of her organization, Interfaith Vision Foundation Cameroon (IVFCam), in overcoming these barriers to promote women’s rights and political participation in Cameroon.
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