Around the world, governments are devising new and elaborate methods to obstruct the activities of independent civil society. This includes using the forms of law to crack down on non-governmental organizations and erecting barriers to the ability of such groups to receive international funding. The deepening clampdown on civil society is a prominent feature of the broader resurgence of authoritarianism that is challenging democratic values and adversely affecting democracy in a growing number of ways.

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Join us for an update from leaders of two internationally-recognized Burundian organizations supporting community-led development, and sustainable approaches to economic growth and access to services.

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Join us for a discussion with civic and religious leaders on ways the DRC's faith-based community can contribute to the success of these elections.

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