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NDI Vice President Shari Bryan looks at demographic factors in sub-Saharan Africa in this speech she gave to the National Intelligence Council, and how they will impact the future of democracy in the region.
"At NDI, we recognize the potential risks of the youth bulge, but we also take the optimistic view that the participation of young people is fundamental to the success of a democratic society. NDI has found that when the aspirations of youth are constructively channeled into the political process – for example, through election monitoring, community organizing, or becoming active political party members – they can become
agents of positive change and contribute to sustained peace. Often they find that well organized and peaceful political action allows them to work directly with their adversaries, tribal and ethnic enemies."
