Why Women's Political Participation Matters in the Congo
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Activist Passy Mubalama examined how the current political crisis affects women’s rights in the DRC, and why the participation of women in politics and security is vital for the prospects of bringing peace and democracy to the country.
Forum Q&A: Alex Magaisa on Zimbabwe’s Upcoming 2018 Elections
Melissa Aten of the International Forum for Democratic Studies spoke with Alex Magaisa about new political dynamics and what they mean for the future of Zimbabwe in the context of the July 2018 elections.
Ji Seong-ho and Sungju Lee’s Defector Stories
Both activists shared their stories during Beyond Pyongyang: Connecting With the People of North Korea, the 2018 Democracy Award morning event.
Has Freedom of Expression Become A Self-Parody? Examples...
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Pakistani journalist Nadeem F. Paracha explored the impact that viral hoaxes, rumors, and other forms of manipulated information can have through social media.
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