Election Statement
Resources
NDI President Tamara Wittes’ Message of Hope for 2026
Despite a year of dramatic challenges, NDI is facing 2026 filled with hope and determination. Our Day of Democracy on December 3rd spotlighted key partners from Georgia, Malawi and Guatemala for their fierce commitment to protecting fellow citizens’ right to vote.
NDI Celebrates the Contributions of Citizen Election Observers at Day of Democracy 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.- The National Democratic Institute (NDI) last night presented the 2025 Madeleine K. Albright Democracy Award, the Institute’s highest honor, to Chisankho Watch of Malawi and Ms. Nino Dolidze of Georgia, for their exceptional leadership and steadfast commitment to protecting citizens’ right to vote and confidence in their elections. The Award recognizes those who defend freedom and democratic values, even at great personal risk.
Ukraine Demonstrates Adaptive Resilience as the Nation Nears its Fourth Year of Full-Scale War
The National Democratic Institute (NDI) recently held meetings with political, civic and other partners to share the results of its August 2025 Challenges and Opportunities for Ukrainian Democracy public opinion poll. Since 2015, NDI has conducted nationwide polling to better understand Ukrainian’s views on their democratic trajectory, the geopolitical climate, and their hopes for the future.
Testimony of NDI Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, Deborah Ullmer, before the HFAC Western Hemisphere Subcommittee regarding the State of Honduran Elections.
Chairwoman Salazar, Ranking Member Castro, and members of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee, thank you for this opportunity to address this hearing on “Democracy in Peril: The Fight for Free Election in Honduras.” I have worked for more than 25 years implementing programs t
NDI to Honor Citizen Election Observers from Georgia and Malawi with 2025 Madeleine K. Albright Democracy Award
WASHINGTON.- The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is proud to announce that the 2025 Madeleine K. Albright Democracy Award will be presented to Ms. Nino Dolidze and Chisankho Watch for their exceptional leadership and commitment to protecting the integrity of elections and strengthening democratic participation in Georgia and Malawi, respectively.
