Twenty years after the revolutions of 1989, the countries of Central and Eastern Europe have progressed measurably in establishing democratic political systems. Nearly every country can boast of fair elections, constitutional government, multi-party systems, civil society, independent media and a foundation for the rule of law. Securing, deepening, and sustaining this democratic foundation is the focus of the decade to come.
Following are descriptions of NDI programs in eleven countries (and companion regional initiatives) that connect legislatures, political parties and civil society to each other and to counterparts elsewhere in Europe. | Read More »
Albania
In Albania, NDI promotes citizen political participation, election monitoring, and the development of political parties and emerging political leaders. | Read more »
Bosnia
The country’s political parties, civil society, and legislatures are beginning to shape the public debate on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s controversial issues along more constructive lines. | Read more »
Kosovo
Kosovo’s declaration of independence has placed a larger onus of responsibility on its domestic governing institutions. | Read more »
Macedonia
Macedonia has made considerable progress in reforming democratic institutions for more equitable representation of ethnic minorities, good governance practices, and improved constituency relations. | Read more »
Montenegro
With the country firmly oriented toward Euro-Atlantic integration, Montenegro is moving forward in its democratic transition with clarity and purpose. | Read more »
Serbia
The declaration of independence by Serbia’s southern province of Kosovo has threatened a fragile governing coalition, which could deteriorate over the issue of future cooperation with the European Union. | Read more »
Regional Parliamentary Initiative
Parliaments in the Western Balkans learn from each other and their neighbors as they transition to democracy and European integration. | Read more »
Regional Political Party Initiative
Taking steps toward ideological clarity and more representative policy is the greatest development challenge for political parties in southeastern Europe. | Read more »
Roma Political Participation Initiative
Active political participation offers the best way for Roma to improve their social status and material conditions. | Read more »
Regional Youth Tolerance
The Institute works with Albanian, Romani, and Serb youth in order to help them overcome ethnic divisions by working together to address local problems. | Read more »
