On International Day of Democracy, September 15, the National Endowment for Democracy honors the work of our partners, who advance democracy and universal human rights in some of the world’s most difficult...

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To honor Carl Gershman’s thirty-seven years of service, this symposium examined how to confront global challenges to democracy.

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Since 1984, hundreds of courageous civil society groups in Afghanistan have partnered with the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) to advance freedom, human rights, and democratic values and institutions. 

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Despite obvious setbacks and challenges ahead, the Endowment remains committed to our Afghan partners, and we are doing all we can to assist them at this perilous and consequential moment.

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Several NED partners worked to combat the government’s repressive tactics, inform voters, and get out the vote in Zambia's elections.

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This edition of the Forum's quarterly newsletter highlights recent research and publications, a new issue of the Journal of Democracy, and more.

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NED supports organizations that give Moroccan youth a voice, encourage youth participation in decision-making, and strengthen accountability.

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The local elections in October 2021 pose opportunities for youth to gain greater representation.

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Almost 60 percent of the world’s young people live in Asia, where NED grantees work to increase youth political engagement and to empower emerging leaders.

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The World Movement for Democracy at NED  held its 10th Global Assembly virtually, bringing together over 500 democracy advocates, policymakers, journalists, and scholars from around the world.

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