Burma 2015: The Make or Break Moment for Democratization
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
In her presentation, Zin Mar Aung evaluated the current challenges and opportunities for Burmese civil society to counter military influence and the rising tide of Buddhist ultra-nationalism. She offered recommendations for domestic and international action on these issues and strategies for empowering a new generation of leadership.
The Crackdown on Independent Voices in Azerbaijan
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
In this panel, Altay Goyushov, Kenan Aliyev, Audrey Altstadt, Catherine Cosman, Thomas Melia, and Miriam Lanskoy examined the domestic and international dimensions of this crackdown, as well as the implications it will have for the future of Azerbaijan, and the region.
How Civil Society Engagement Can Strengthen Democracy in...
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
In his presentation, Zimbabwean human rights lawyer Arthur Gwagwa evaluated CSOs’ democracy work both in collaboration with and outside of political party structures, and the ways in which this work has either resisted or perpetuated authoritarianism.
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.
Implementing Human Rights as a Path to Democracy in Vietnam
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
The International Forum for Democratic Studies at the National Endowment for Democracy cordially invites you to a presentation entitled Photo by Lucas Jans via flickr.com featuring Dr. Cu Huy Ha Vu Reagan-Fascell...
JoD at 25 Years: “What Democracy Is…And Is Not”
In anticipation of celebrating the 25th anniversary issue in January 2015, the Journal of Democracy is revisiting five of the most influential articles on the study of democratization ever published in the...
Maidan, One Year Later: The Changing Face of Politics in...
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Ukraine has experienced its most politically dynamic year since becoming independent. Within a matter of months, civic activists who were protesting on the Maidan ran in pre-term parliamentary elections and now have the opportunity and responsibility to play a more direct role in shaping their country's future. The decision to enter party politics has created new opportunities yet a myriad of challenges remain.
Laura Golightly Named Senior Director of Financial Management & Integration...
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The Political and Media Situation in Ukraine: A View from...
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Hosted by the International Forum for Democratic Studies and the Institute for European, Russia, and Eurasian Studies at the George Washington University featuring Evegeny Kiselev, Inter TV, Ukraine with...
2014 Democracy Service Medal to Frank Wolf
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Representative Frank Wolf (R-VA) will be receiving the 2014 Democracy Service Medal. He is one of Congress’ most eloquent and persistent advocates for human rights around the world.
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