NIMD

NIMD works to promote peaceful, just and inclusive politics worldwide. We are non-partisan and driven by democratic values.

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

2025 marked 25 years of NIMD. Our Annual Report looks back at what that meant with highlights from the network from the start of NIMD until now. Read more 👇
https://t.co/RvzyMmTWnz

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

#InternationalYouthDay
This month, we share the thoughts and experiences of the young people we work with.

Take a moment to read Jonathan Basalirwa's perspective on enhancing youth political participation in East Africa.

#DemocracyAcademyUG https://t.co/40fBFyDkiK

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⚡️Part of the #WYDE Civic Engagement programme, powered by the #EuropeanUnion and @EPDeu, and implemented by NIMD, @WFD_Democracy and @DemoFinland
🌐@NimdUganda @NIMDKenya @NIMDSomalia #NIMDEthiopia

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

A package deal: #Roadmap & Advocacy tool. Young people are already active in politics. The challenge? Political systems too often limit the ability of young people to influence decisions in meaningful ways. This toolkit helps address that gap 👇
https://t.co/vQsUTSCDmu

[IWACU Burundi @iwacuinfo]

Le 31 juilet à #Gitega , l'ONG @WeAreNIMD dans le cadre du projet ARPOG financée par l’Union Européenne mise sur le dialogue multipartite à travers un "débat-café"sur le leadership politique féminin et la gouvernance inclusive. Objectif : libérer la parole et connecter élues, partis politique et société civile au-delà des clivages pour une action collective forte. #ARPOG #Burundi.

[Trassyleen Ankunda @TrassyleenO]

Nini ambacho vijana wa Afrika Mashariki wanaweza kufanya katika kukuza ujumuishaji wa kikanda?

Que peuvent faire les jeunes d'Afrique de l'Est pour promouvoir l'intégration régionale ?

What can the young people of East Africa do towards regional integration? @jumuiya @NimdUganda @WeAreNIMD @_AfricanUnion @PrimusBahiigi @fesuganda

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

⚡️Part of the #WYDE Civic Engagement programme, powered by the #EuropeanUnion and @EPDeu, and implemented by NIMD, @WFD_Democracy and @DemoFinland.

🌐@NimdUganda @NIMDKenya @NIMDSomalia #NIMDEthiopia

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

Roadmap launch! Young leaders from #Ethiopia, #Kenya, #Somaliland and #Uganda launched the East Africa #YouthinPolitics Roadmap in Addis Ababa on 24 July. Read more 👇
https://t.co/DyoZKdLsdq

[IWACU Burundi @iwacuinfo]

À l'issue des exposés sur les dynamiques sociopolitiques, les droits humains, la gouvernance et la consolidation de la paix, les participants à l'atelier organisé par le @WeAreNIMD ont débattu des principaux défis qui marquent le paysage politique burundais à l'approche de la présidentielle de 2027. Responsables politiques, parlementaires, anciens hauts dignitaires, représentants des confessions religieuses, de la société civile, universitaires et médias ont échangé sur les solutions à mettre en œuvre pour renforcer la confiance entre les acteurs, favoriser une participation citoyenne inclusive et préserver un climat électoral apaisé.
Deux jours d'échanges fructueux ont permis d'identifier les défis de la gouvernance et de proposer des pistes d'action pour consolider la démocratie au Burundi.

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

While in Ethiopia last week, the #DemocracyAcademyUg alumni from Uganda, Ethiopia, Somaliland and Kenya officially launched the East Africa Youth in Politics Roadmap (2026–2030).

Read it here: https://t.co/oPCIi01EIe

The roadmap is more than a plan; it’s a call to action. By building cross-country alliances and sharing best practices, young leaders have set the stage for more inclusive, effective leadership in our region.

We can't wait to see the roadmap in effect.

@NIMDKenya @WeAreNIMD
#WYDEngagement #WYDEcommunity #InternationalPartnerships

[NIMD Kenya @NIMDKenya]

In 14 days, Nairobi hosts the launch of Kenya's Country Action Plan on Youth Political Participation (2025–2030) + the East Africa Regional Roadmap. Save the date: July 29. #YouthInPoliticsKE #NIMDKenya #WYDEngagement

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

In his opening remarks, @NimdUganda Country Director @PrimusBahiigi has emphasised the organisation's belief in dialogue as an integral part of democracy, noting that given Uganda's diversity, democracy remains the best governance approach, especially when it is done right.

#Dialogue #SADU

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

Thriving democracies grow from open minds and open conversations.

When we engage in #dialogue, we build trust, address challenges, and move forward together.
#NIMD

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

The post-election period is an opportunity for young leaders to move beyond competition and build collective platforms to address youth concerns.

#Dialogue and engagement with decision-makers are key to lasting progress.

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

The session focused on how youth leaders can shift from campaigning to effective governance, prioritise public service over personal wealth, and deliver practical solutions to community needs. We are optimistic about the role that these youth leaders will play in the growth of our nation.

#WYDEcommunity #WYDEngagement #WYDEyouth #DemocracyAcademyUg

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

With #PowerofDialogue consortium members 🤝@amwaafrika @GoreeInstitute @CemiTunisie and NIMD
@NimdMali @NimdUganda

Made possible by @MinBZ
Illustrations by Tonke Koppelaar

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

This past month, we headlined a different kind of leader. Eight changemakers across Africa who built coalitions, trained communities, and stood for democracy where it was needed most. Supported by the #PowerOfDialogue consortium. 👇
https://t.co/UY3qOn0zSV

[NIMD Uganda @NimdUganda]

As part of our #WYDE programming, yesterday we engaged young leaders from the national youth council and other district levels on their experience as new leaders. At #NIMD Uganda, we believe in supporting young leaders in building a brighter, stronger democracy for all.

#WYDEcommunity #WYDEngagement #WYDEyouth #DemocracyAcademyUg

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

This June, the Power of Dialogue consortium has been sharing stories that remind us change is possible, with the right tools and the motivation to make a start. More stories are coming. Read the first story of the series here 👇
https://t.co/08SnrAjWcr

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

#PowerofDialogue: A medical resident who digitised a hospital, broke silences around women's health, and refused to stay quiet when the system pushed back. Through the #PowerofDialogue programme, Rahma drove change in her community. Watch her story 👇
https://t.co/t3IwzQRcQV

[NIMD @WeAreNIMD]

Jasser founded a youth citizenship club in Hammamet as a teenager. He went on to represent Tunisia at the World Forum for Democracy in Strasbourg & organise over 1,000 law students against authoritarianism. Read his story👇
https://t.co/UY3qOn0zSV