10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Burundian human rights defender Faustin Ndikumana will discuss the current state of the Burundian political crisis and its regional significance and the regional and international efforts to promote the dialogue between all parties to the crisis.
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Sponsored by: International Forum for Democratic Studies
In her presentation, social activist Shad Begum outlined the challenges to women’s political and economic empowerment in PATA and highlighted those change-makers who are surmounting them.
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
During this event, panelists will discuss ongoing dialogue efforts and explore how to foster inclusive, nationwide dialogue with representation from all ethnicities, regions, and religious backgrounds.