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DemWorks, a podcast by the National Democratic Institute National Democratic Institute
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For more than 35 years, the National Democratic Institute has been honored to work with thousands of courageous and committed small “d” democrats around the world to help countries develop democratic institutions, practices and skills.
Over that period, we have worked in more than 150 countries.
We have operated on the principle that while there is no single model for democracy, certain principles are fundamental – accountability, transparency, citizen empowerment, regular free and fair elections, etc. -- and that sharing democratic knowledge and experience among nations large and small will promote democracy’s success.
Through these DemWorks podcasts, we will engage in conversation with those who have been on the front lines of democratic development work around the world. In the process, we will get them to share what they do and how they do it - their on-the-ground experiences, the challenges they face, the obstacles they overcome, and the unique national contexts in which they must operate.
And in the process show how DEMOCRACY WORKS.
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24. Increasing Youth Political Inclusion through Debate
To celebrate International Youth Day 2020 Rachel Mims, Senior Program Officer for Youth Political Participation at NDI, is joined by three young leaders from Zambia, Lebanon, and Moldova. They discuss competitive youth debate as an opportunity to build political skills, actively contribute to solving social problems, and create greater space for youth inclusion in public life. To read more, please go to https://www.ndi.org/youth-leading-debate
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23. A Conversation With LGBTI Activists on Community-Building
Navigating challenging and complex civic spaces is nothing new for local organizations working to advance the rights and inclusion of LGBTI communities. Join NDI Senior Program Officer for Citizen Participation for a conversation with three partners from across the globe working to sustain their advocacy for equality and inclusion, while tackling some of the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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22. Derek Mitchell & Secretary Madeleine Albright on her past and democracy's future
NDI President Derek Mitchell and NDI Board Chairman Secretary Madeleine Albright talk about her new book Hell and Other Destinations, and her experiences as Secretary of State. She reflects on U.S. foreign policy, democratic trends, and her hopes for the future.
This podcast was recorded May 27, 2020, prior to demonstrations in support of racial equality across the United States. -
21. Pat Merloe & Congresswoman Karen Bass on Democratic Governance and COVID-19
NDI’s Director of Electoral Programs Pat Merloe spoke with Congresswoman Karen Bass (D-CA) about why democracy assistance is more important during today’s COVID-19 pandemic than ever, the rise of authoritarian opportunists, and her experience participating in international election observation missions. Listen to hear the Congresswoman’s advice about how global leaders can build trust and practice good governance.
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20. Pat Merloe and Julia Brothers on Elections During COVID
Many countries with scheduled elections this year face a difficult choice in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic: how to balance public health considerations with holding a free and fair election. Learn more from NDI Senior Associate and Director of Electoral Programs Pat Merloe and Program Director Julia Brothers as they talk about democratic back-sliding during this crisis, electoral integrity, and ways civil society organizations can still make a difference.
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19. Governance is Key During COVID-19? (w/ Kristen Sample)
As much as COVID-19 is a health and economic crisis, at its core, it is also a governance crisis.
NDI President Derek Mitchell and new Director of Democratic Governance Kristen Sample delve into ways governments and the international community have risen (or not) to meet the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.