The Centre for Democracy and Governance (CDG) is an independent, Somaliland based nonprofit center of excellence that promotes the advancement of democracy and good governance. The deepening of democracy and works to contribute to Democracy and good Governance in Horn of Africa, the African continent and beyond through dialogue, the pursuit of knowledge and rigorous analysis of critical issues and developments. In exercising this responsibility, CDG focuses on the challenges of institution building, democratic governance and the rule of law, as well as opportunities for peace, security, cooperation and integration.
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Center for Democracy and Governance (CDG)
HQ Country
Somaliland
Office locations
Somalia, Somaliland
Where they work
Somalia, Somaliland
Modality of engagement
(Civic) education, Advocacy and agenda setting, Capacity building, Convening of dialogues, Events, Project implementation, Research/analysis/knowledge production, Watchdog functions & oversight
Thematic area
Anti-corruption, Citizen participation, Civil Society Advocacy, Civil society strengthening, Climate change and democracy, Constitution building, Democracy assistance, Democratic innovations, Elections, Freedom of expression, Gender equality & rights, Human rights, Judicial reform, Local democracy, Media freedom, Parliamentary support, Peacebuilding, Political parties, Social movements/collective action, Transparency & open government, Youth