Remarks by Carl Gershman at the Foreign Policy Association 95th Anniversary...
I’m honored to have been invited to present Bob Miller, on behalf of the Foreign Policy Association, with this tribute. Bob served nine years on the Board of the National Endowment for Democracy,...
Black Code: Inside the Battle for Cyberspace
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) hosted a panel on June 24, 2013, a timely discussion which focused on Ronald J. Deibert’s new book, Black Code: Inside the Battle for Cyberspace. The book explores the Internet’s relationship to citizenship, democracy, and human rights.
Can Democracy Work for Women in Burma?
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
In her presentation, Tay Tay discussed women’s unique contributions to political developments in Burma and used her experiences as an activist to highlight the indispensable role played by multi-ethnic women’s groups along Burma’s borders in the country’s struggle for democracy. She identified opportunities available to women in light of the current opening in Burma, as well as obstacles hindering the advancement of women, regardless of their ethnicity or social status. She concluded with recommendations on how stakeholders can foster an enabling environment that protects and promotes women in a democratic Burma.
Strengthening Youth Participation in Nigeria
11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
In his presentation, Abdulrazaq Alkali provided an overview of the state of youth activism in Nigeria today. He surveyed the steps being taken to; engage youth, identify barriers to their participation, and offer recommendations to increase their involvement in decision-making processes. His presentation was followed by comments by Dave Peterson.
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