Democratic Developments in Ukraine
In early May NDI released its report on a conference of Ukrainian and international leaders on Ukraine’s key priorities in…
Theme: Transparency & Open Government
Parliamentary Monitoring in Tough Times: Lessons Learned for Building Networks and Achieving Results
A healthy democracy depends on a healthy parliament, capable of articulating citizens’ concerns, enacting laws for the common good and…
Open Governance Tools for Combatting Kleptocracy
Kleptocracy, which means “rule by thieves,” describes an especially pernicious, predatory type of corruption whereby the institutions of the state…
The Role of Parliament in Public Debt Management in Zambia
Debt can be an important mechanism for governments to invest in development and infrastructure, or respond to crises. However, over…
Process and Results Verification for Transparency (PRVT) Guide
Process and Results Verification for Transparency (PRVT) is an election day observation methodology that allows nonpartisan citizen organizations to systematically…
A Human Rights Challenge in Access to Education in North Korea: Contradiction Between Laws and Reality
This two-part report, conducted by Daily NK and Unification Academy (UA) in partnership with NKnet, shows the systematic barriers and…
Assessing the Corruption Risks of Proposed Laws: A Parliamentary Corruption-Proofing Guide
Parliaments play an essential role in preventing corruption, including through a sound legislative process and rigorous legal drafting. The risk…
Fighting kleptocracy in an era of geopolitics
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 ushered in a new era in the fight against kleptocracy defined by…
NIMD calls for continued investment in worldwide security and rule of law
Democracy is a strategic asset, inclusive decision making, rule of law, and democratic institutions are the most effective way to…
Toward enhanced climate ambition
This report was prepared by the Inter- American Development Bank (IDB) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The research,…