Author:
National Democratic Institute
Publisher:
National Democratic Institute
Published Date:
11/17/2008
Resource Type:
Press Release
Language:
English
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Author:
National Democratic Institute
Publisher:
National Democratic Institute
Published Date:
04/25/2011
Resource Type:
Brochure
Language:
English
The self-immolation of Mohamed Bouazizi, a 26-year-old street vendor who had been beaten and humiliated by officials, galvanized tens of thousands of young Tunisians who took to the streets last December to protest the systemic denial of dignity epitomized by Bouazizi’s plight.
While young people under 25 comprise approximately two-thirds of Rwanda’s population, historically they have lacked meaningful opportunities to engage in politics. An older elite has traditionally made the country’s political decisions, and during the 1994 genocide, political leaders mobilized disaffected youth for violent ends. But today, many young Rwandans hope to channel their untapped power into productive and peaceful political expression.
Young Iraqi women aspiring to political careers are getting a boost from a new Young Women’s Leadership School launched recently with the help of NDI Iraq staff member Ferdos Majeed.
Source:
The National Intelligence Council
Article Link:
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Published Date:
10/27/2010
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.
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Author:
National Democratic Institute
Publisher:
National Democratic Institute
Published Date:
05/01/2010
Resource Type:
Report
Language:
English
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