Resources

Statement from NDI President Kenneth Wollack in Memory of Sir Ketumile Masire

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) expresses its condolences to family, friends, supporters, and the people of Botswana for the passing of Sir Ketumile Masire, former president of Botswana, who died on June 22.

Parliamentary Oversight of the Security Sector in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger: Guide for Defense and Security Commissions

A manual for members of parliament in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger who sit on the defense and security committee of their national assembly and who are responsible for allocating funds or approving proposed budgets related to the realms of defense and security.

Political Parties Work in Africa

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NDI Poll: Improved Security Provides Opening for Cooperation in Iraq, March - April 2017

NDI's most recent national survey on Iraqi citizen attitudes reveals a renewed sense of unity and optimism as the army makes gains against ISIS. This research was conducted from March to April 2017.

Civic Forum: An Action Civics Model for New and Emerging Democracies

Organized and politically active citizens are instrumental in driving democratic and socio-economic development. In new and emerging democracies, the National Democratic Institute has helped citizens play these roles through a guided, iterative process called Civic Forum. The process combines educational discussions, experiential learning and citizen-led collective actions to address local-level community needs.