Currently one of Ukraine’s most recognizable opposition politicians, Oles Doniy has a long track record of civic activism and involvement in politics, having started as the leader of the 1990 student hunger strike that led to mass protests in the country’s capital city, Kyiv. Throughout the turbulent years of independence, Doniy has maintained an independent position in support of his vision for a better future for Ukraine. His recent election victory in a single mandate district in the October 2012 elections came as a surprise to both pro-government and opposition parties.

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Trends and Strategies Featuring: Peter Cary Author, U.S. Government Funding for Media Assistance: Trends and Strategies Meg Gaydosik USAID* Jeanne Bourgault Internews Mark Whitehouse IREX Moderated...

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Drawing upon his experiences in parliament and on the streets of Bahrain during the 2011 uprising, Mr. Matar offered first-hand insights into the democracy movement in his country and proposed recommendations for local and international stakeholders. His presentation was followed with comments by Sarah Chayes.

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