“More Equality, More Democracy: The Case of Brazil”
Mar 10, 2015 "More Equality, More Democracy: The Case of Brazil" Occasional Paper, Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program, International Forum for Democratic Studies By...
Ebola’s Impact on Women and Children in Sierra Leone:...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
The Ebola outbreak highlights the systemic corruption and lack of government accountability in Sierra Leone, namely a non-transparent budget and minimal allocation of funds to improving healthcare services. Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellow N’yella Maya Rogers evaluated the long-term socio-economic impact of Ebola in Sierra Leone and provided a set of recommendations for the international community, Sierra Leonean citizens, and the diaspora community moving forward. Her presentation was followed by comments by Kamissa Camara.
2014-2015 Penn Kemble Forum
The National Endowment for Democracy is accepting applications for its 2014-2015 Penn Kemble Youth Forum on Democracy. Purpose of the Forum
Ukraine’s Lessons Learned: From the Orange Revolution...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
In his presentation, Sergii Leshchenko discussed the Euromaidan in the context of the democratization process that began in 2004, and explored the ramifications of the current protests on Ukraine’s immediate political future.
Civil Society and the Quest for Democracy in Uganda: Threats...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
In his presentation, Frank Rusa Nyakaana explored the opportunities and challenges faced by Ugandan civil society groups in their struggle for political accountability. Mr. Rusa offered his perspectives on the way forward, as well as recommendations for international development practitioners, civil society, and the Ugandan government. His presentation was followed by comments by Eric Robinson.
Transparency and the Struggle for Accountability in Mexico
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
In her presentation, Irma Sandoval-Ballesteros focused on the Mexican case to examine the dynamics of how this new context of “structural pluralism” of public authority is affecting policy, including how Mexico’s new and comprehensive FOIA law is failing to meet its promise. Ms. Sandoval-Ballesteros offered recommendations for developing strategies to expand transparency and anti-corruption policies that can help strengthen democratic institutions in Mexico. Her presentation was followed by comments by Mr. Eric Hershberg.
Digital Security and Press Freedom in Latin America
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
A joint project between the International Center for Journalists and Freedom House, the survey finds that as journalists increasingly use online platforms, social networks, and mobile devices to post comments or reports about crime and corruption, they face serious digital risks to their identity and privacy.
Combating Corruption in Nigeria: The Promise of Investigative...
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
In his presentation, Mr. Dayo Aiyetan, an accomplished Nigerian investigative journalist, examined the threat posed by corruption to Nigerian democracy and explored the role that new models of watchdog journalism, particularly non-profit centers and other research organizations, can play in reversing this troubling trend.
The Promise of Rural Journalism in Guatemala’s Fragile...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Based in Guatemala as a journalism trainer for much of the past seven years, María Martin discussed challenges and opportunities facing rural media in the country.
From Turkmenbashi to the Present: Prospects for Change in...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Prominent Turkmen dissident Mr. Farid Tuhbatullin reflected on Turkmenistan’s past and present, and considered the prospects for its future.
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