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Assessing the Impacts of Digital ID on Civic and Political Participation of Marginalized Communities

Digital ID systems promise to make life easier. With a digital ID, in theory, opening a bank account or accessing an agricultural subsidy is more efficient. But questions of who controls information collection, where data is stored, and how data is used present tremendous challenges for democracy.

NDI Virtual Pre-Election Analysis Regarding The 2021 Iran Election

On June 18, 2021, 59 million Iranians will be eligible to vote in the country's Thirteenth Presidential and Sixth City and Village Council elections. These elections will also include runoff elections for the Parliament and Assembly of Records. There is speculation that this presidential election could serve as a bellwether for an eventual transfer of power to a new Supreme Leader.

Remarks by NDI President Derek Mitchell at RightsCon

Remarks: NDI President Derek Mitchell

RightsCon: Mainstreaming Internet Freedom into DRG Assistance

June 9, 2021

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IRI/NDI LIMITED ELECTION OBSERVATION MISSION FOR ETHIOPIA: 2021 ELECTION WATCH

Ethiopia will hold elections for the House of Peoples’ Representatives (HoPR) and regional councils on June 21.

Remarks by NDI President Derek Mitchell at the Launch of Speak Youth to Power Campaign

Remarks by NDI President Derek Mitchell

Launch of the Speak Youth to Power Campaign

June 3, 2021

Hello everyone. My name is Derek Mitchell, and I’m privileged to serve as President of the National Democratic Institute.