Imitation and Its Discontents: Democratic Malaise in Post-Communist...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Ivan Krastev explained why illiberal and anti-Western sentiments continue to rise in Central Europe and discussed how democratic forces can respond to this challenge.
Latin America’s Shifting Politics, Tools for Responding to Authoritarian...
The International Forum for Democratic Studies' October 2018 "quick hits" newsletter features recent news and events on topics ranging from Latin America's shifting politics to authoritarian interference.
Tibet and the Belt and Road Initiative: Lessons Learned...
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
In this panel discussion experts discussed China’s growing authoritarian influence and why Tibet should serve as a cautionary warning to the world.
NED Remembers Lodi Gyari (1949-2018)
It is with great sadness that the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) learned today of the passing of longtime friend and partner Lodi Gyari, a tireless fighter for the rights of the Tibetan people.
Presentation of the Oxi Courage Award to Liu Xia
Carl Gershman's remarks at the presentation of the Oxi Courage Award to Liu Xia.
Journal of Democracy October 2018 Issue: Latin America’s Shifting...
The October 2018 issue of the Journal of Democracy features a seven-article cluster investigating the trends underlying recent changes in Latin America's political landscape.
Elections in the Congo: Benchmarks for a Peaceful Transition
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This panel discussion examined the essential benchmarks for credible elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), as well as the potential consequences if these benchmarks are not met.
NED Congratulates Dr. Denis Mukwege, winner of 2018 Nobel Peace Prize
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) congratulates Dr. Denis Mukwege, the winner of the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize, which he received jointly with Iraqi Yazidi activist Nadia Murad, both of whom are leading...
Presentation to Liao Yiwu of the Disturbing the Peace Award to a Courageous...
NED President Carl Gershman presents the Disturbing the Peace Award to a Courageous Writer as Risk to Liao Yiwu
2018 International Day of Democracy
The 2018 Theme is Democracy under Strain: Solutions for a Changing World.
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