As NDI has observed around the world, greater political polarization and extremism, together with computational propaganda and disinformation – have damaged public confidence in democratic institutions. As part of its global INFO/tegrity initiative, NDI is supporting the use of tools and research to strengthen the center in political discourse, seeking to rebuild public trust and confidence in democratic institutions and processes. In Central Europe, youth increasingly turn to non-mainstream or radical political options.

NDI Ukraine's latest nationwide survey (completed in December 2017) showed several important trends, including growing support for gender equality in political life. For the first time, more than half of Ukrainians (52 percent) support the equal participation of men and women – or more women than men – in political life.

NDI conducts public opinion research in Kosovo to ascertain public sentiment on important issues and to share public priorities and views as registered in the research with government, political, and civic leaders. Over the course of 2017, NDI conducted two rounds of research, both polls and focus groups, and in this publication are salient findings. Public sentiment in Kosovo is restive. Citizens desire reforms that will foster social cohesion, economic opportunity, and the rule of law. Tackling corruption cuts across all of these areas and remains at the forefront of citizen priorities.

As Lebanon approaches twice-postponed parliamentary elections, Lebanese voters who participated in NDI survey research completed in January 2018 signaled modest optimism and support for new candidates and approaches to address the country’s long-standing challenges. This optimism is tempered, however, by concerns about lack of economic development and endemic corruption, both of which are hindering modernization of infrastructure and basic services ranging from health care to waste management.

NDI surveys public opinion to help Georgian stakeholders diagnose and address issues of public concern by providing accurate, unbiased and statistically-sound data. This poll aims to capture the most relevant information to foster the development of responsive policies and governance. 

Several important social trends have been observed in NDI Ukraine's latest nationwide survey, completed in July 2017. These trends include growing support for gender equality in political life, rising demand for a more modern, service-based relationship between government and society, and increased willingness to participate in elections and civic activities.

These are the results of a statewide poll in Bosnia and Herzegovina conducted in March and April 2017 with an emphasis on citizens' views of anti-corruption efforts.

Six years after Tunisia’s historic revolution, the first elected legislative body, the Assembly of People’s Representatives (parliament or ARP), as well as the executive branch, are striving to make the new-found democracy work.

NDI surveys public opinion to help Georgian stakeholders diagnose and address issues of public concern by providing accurate, unbiased and statistically-sound data.