CSD Joins The Network of Democracy Research Institutes
The Center for the Study of Democracy has joined The Network of Democracy Research Institutes (NDRI) coordinated by the National Endowment for Democracy. NDRI is a global association of organizations that conduct research on democracy, democratization, and related topics in comparative government and international affairs. Included in the Network are independent institutions, university-based study centers, and research programs affiliated with political parties, labor unions, and democracy and human rights movements, and other organizations.
The Network was established to facilitate contacts among democracy scholars and activists and to promote a greater awareness of the diversity and vitality of democracy studies today. Through its Web site, a newsletter, and other means, the Network provides information about the work of its member institutes, including their research, conferences, publications, and other activities.
Membership in this network will enable the UCI Center for the Study of Democracy to participate in research and exchange programs that will strengthen the development of democracy around the globe. CSD's membership--one of only four member Centers in the United States--also indicates its leadership role in providing research and training on the democratic process.
Three dozen institutes are members of the network, and the membership spans the globe. Additional information on NDRI is available to NDRI.