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Charges in Egypt to be Filed Against 15 NDI Employees

NDI received confirmation today that investigative judges have recommended that charges be brought against 15 of its Egypt-based employees. A statement released by Judge Ashraf Al-Ashmawy indicates that the investigation is concluded and that charges are likely to be brought against four Egyptians, five Americans, three Serbians, one Romanian and two Lebanese. The anticipated charges are managing an unlicensed nongovernmental organization and receiving foreign funds without the approval of the Egyptian government.

NDI Deeply Concerned by Prosecution Developments in Egypt

Through judicial sources, media reports and its lawyer, NDI understands that the case against NGOs in the government's foreign funding investigation has been referred to the Cairo Criminal Court for prosecution. The charges reportedly will be filed against: 19 Americans, five Serbs, two Germans, three Arabs and 14 Egyptians.  We do not know specifically which individuals or organizations have been named.

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Women’s Discussion Club of Kyrgyzstan Awarded 2012 Madeleine K. Albright Grant
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NDI announced today that it will award its 2012 Madeleine K. Albright Grant to the Women’s Discussion Club of Kyrgyzstan.

The Discussion Club, launched with NDI support in 2006, was one of the first groups in Kyrgyzstan to bring together women from diverse backgrounds and political parties to defend the rights and interests of women nationwide.

Tunisians Hold High Expectations for Jobs, Constitution, Opinion Research Finds
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Nearly a year after Tunisia’s nationwide protests led to the overthrow of President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and inspired uprisings across the Arab world, Tunisians remain proud of their accomplishments and hold high expectations for their new government, according to recent focus group research conducted by NDI.

Jobs, Economy, Services Continue to Top Iraqis’ List of Concerns
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With the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq, citizens are increasingly worried about the government’s ability to run the country — particularly to create jobs and provide basic services and security. Compounding the problem, Iraqis feel increasingly disconnected from their leaders, with limited opportunities to meet with elected officials and share their frustrations and grievances.

Teen Activist Receives Pakistan's National Peace Award
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Malala Yousufzai, a 13-year-old girl from the tribal area of Swat, has been awarded Pakistan’s first ever Peace Award for Youth for her bravery in reporting the details of a bloody Taliban insurgency in the region.

Yousufzai wrote anonymous diaries for the BBC that related how the Taliban were blowing up schools for girls and engaging in killings and beheadings.  In the absence of media reports, Yousufzai’s was the only voice the world was hearing from Swat. 

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NDI-IFES Election Experts Recommend Broad Review of Electoral Process in the DRC

Joint mission concludes that meaningful stakeholder participation and access to all relevant electoral materials are needed for a comprehensive review

Press Release Archive 2010 - 2011

NDI Deeply Troubled by Raids on NGO Offices in Egypt, December 29, 2011

Voter Enthusiasm Still Strong in Second Round of Egyptian Parliamentary Elections, December 16, 2011

New Website Facilitates Communication Between Citizens and Their Elected Representatives, December 15, 2011

First Round of Egyptian Parliamentary Elections Signify Promising Start, November 30, 2011

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