Press Releases

NDI Presents Election Observation Guide: “Process and Results Verification for Transparency”

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) released today its newest resource “Process and Results Verification for Transparency: A Citizen Election Observer’s Guide” to support systematic election day observation. Process and Results Verification for Transparency (PRVT) is a methodology for nonpartisan citizen observers that independently verifies both election day process and results to make the election more transparent for all stakeholders.

NDI Begins International Pre-Election Assessment Mission Ahead of Georgia’s 2024 Parliamentary Elections

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Democratic Institute (NDI) announced today the start of its Pre-election Assessment Mission (PEAM): a series of high-level meetings ahead of the 2024 Georgian parliamentary elections designed to assess the electoral environment.

Request for Proposals: 2024 Focus Groups in Romania

NDI ROMANIA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

FOCUS GROUPS

Tamara Cofman Wittes Appointed President of the National Democratic Institute

Washington, D.C. - The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Tamara Cofman Wittes as its new President, effective March 15, 2024.

IRI / NDI Joint Technical Assessment Team Arrives in Bangladesh Ahead of the January 7 Elections

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) and International Republican Institute (IRI) joint team arrived in Bangladesh last week to conduct a limited technical assessment focused on potential electoral violence conditions before, during, and after the country’s January 7, 2024 parliamentary elections.

Statement on the Arrest Warrant Issued by the Hong Kong Government Against Staff Member Joey Siu

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) has been informed of the issuance of an arrest warrant for Joey Siu, an esteemed NDI colleague and a prominent civil society activist, along with four other pro-democracy activists. This action by the Hong Kong government follows recent arrest warrants issued against eight other distinguished Hong Kong democracy activists living abroad.

Request for Proposals: Event Management (Bulgaria)

In Bulgaria, NDI has been working with reform-minded groups and organizations since 1990. Throughout its presence in the country, NDI has supported political parties, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders in their efforts to deliver democratic values for citizens and engage in civic and political processes.

CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR A RESEARCH PARTNER

Assessment of inequities in government service provision to Roma and opportunities for political participation of Roma communities in Bulgaria

NDI/IRI Will Deploy Joint Technical Assessment Team to the January 7 Elections in Bangladesh

Washington, D.C.- The International Republican Institute (IRI) and the National Democratic Institute (NDI) will deploy a joint team to Bangladesh to conduct a limited technical assessment of electoral violence conditions before, during, and after the country’s January 7, 2024 parliamentary elections. The team will include five long-term analysts who will stay in Bangladesh for six to eight weeks.

NDI Mourns the Loss of Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

Washington, D.C.- The National Democratic Institute (NDI) mourns the loss of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a dedicated public servant, tireless advocate for mental health, and steadfast champion for democracy and human rights. Mrs. Carter played an indelible role in shaping the fabric of our nation through her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others, both at home and abroad.