Global Centre for Pluralism

The official Twitter account of the Global Centre for Pluralism, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing respect for diversity worldwide.

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𝗣𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮: 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵

How can we measure progress towards pluralism? How can we assess whether institutions are moving towards more inclusive decision-making? As Kenya navigates its path forward, here are some of the key issues we will be watching in the months and years ahead.

𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘇𝗲𝗿𝗼-𝘀𝘂𝗺, 𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? Such a shift could help realize the Constitution’s potential for greater inclusion and contribute to more inclusive politics across ethnic and national lines.

Can civic mobilization be recognized as an expression of belonging and participation? Kenyan-led mobilizations and protests demonstrate a willingness to engage with critical social, economic and governance issues. How can governing actors and institutions respond in ways that recognize the constructive potential of these movements while reducing the risk of violence?

While significant challenges remain, Kenyans strong sense of shared identity, belonging and civic engagement provides reasons for hope. As the country looks towards the 2027 general election, these developments will be important indicators of progress towards a more inclusive and pluralistic society.

Access the full report here: https://t.co/7aOAZawHgs

#Pluralism #Kenya #InclusiveGovernance #CivicEngagement

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The Global Pluralism Monitor country reports are tools for understanding how societies respond to diversity and how they can become more just, peaceful and inclusive.

The 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿: 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 highlights how political competition and access to economic opportunities and resources can become closely tied to ethnic identity. Political groups often mobilize support along ethnic lines, contributing to a “winner-takes-all” dynamic in which political victories and losses can have significant economic consequences. This dynamic is linked to high levels of mistrust and challenges in fulfilling the Constitution’s promise of inclusion. https://t.co/7aOAZaw9qU

According to the report, 50% of Kenyans feel their ethnic group is sometimes or often treated unfairly by the government, while trust in institutions remains low. Despite efforts at reform, political appointments following electoral victories can continue to favour ethnic-based coalitions.

At the same time, the report reveals another important dimension of pluralism in Kenya: a strong sense of belonging alongside low levels of institutional trust. According to its findings, 93% of respondents identify more strongly with Kenya than with their ethnic group, while 81% feel accepted for who they are by other Kenyans.

This sense of belonging is also reflected in civic engagement. Kenya has seen more than 1,000 protests since 2021, with demonstrations drawing attention to pressing social, economic and governance issues.

A strong sense of shared Kenyan identity and belonging can encourage people to advocate for change and build public support for institutional reform. This offers an important source of hope as Kenya looks towards the 2027 general election.

#Pluralism #Kenya #InclusiveGovernance #GlobalPluralism

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When we were in Nairobi this September, we also held discussions about the Global Pluralism Monitor: Kenya.

Developed through a rigorous research and analysis process and co-created with Kenyan researchers and practitioners, the report provides insights that can inform practical, context-specific strategies for strengthening pluralism in Kenya.

The report examines the experiences of several groups within Kenya’s diverse society, including ethnic and religious minorities, Indigenous peoples, and migrants, refugees and stateless people.

The Global Pluralism Monitor country reports offer insights into how societies respond to diversity and highlight opportunities for building more just, peaceful and inclusive future.

We discussed the report and its findings with Kenyan parliamentarians and civil society leaders and heard their perspectives on pluralism in the country, including in the context of Kenya’s 2027 general election.

Find the full report here: https://t.co/Fe8N7MAvT0
We hope the Kenya report will serve as a conversation starter, encouraging continued dialogue on how pluralism can be strengthened.

In the following video, our colleagues Andrea González and Carolyn McKee share their reflections on the conversations they had in Nairobi and how the Global Pluralism Monitor: Kenya report can inform action for pluralism.

#GlobalPluralismMonitor #Pluralism #Kenya #InclusiveSocieties #SocialInclusion #Diversity #Peacebuilding #HumanRights

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𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗱𝗮𝗻:

✅ Senior Program Officer: A 12-month contract with the possibility of extension

✅ Senior Advisor: A 15 to 18-month consultancy beginning this December

If you are passionate about contributing your knowledge, skills, and expertise to support pathways to peace in Sudan, we encourage you to apply.

📅 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟵

Apply today or share these opportunities with someone in your network who may be a great fit.

Learn more about these opportunities here: https://t.co/DqKS2JwC1h #Hiring #Sudan #Peacebuilding #Pluralism #Careers #InternationalDevelopment

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On September 30, we had the privilege of listening to two incredible women: Rose LeMay, Indigenous author, advocate and 2021 Global Pluralism Award recipient, and Tanya Talaga, award-winning Anishinaabe journalist and author.

Their conversation touched on some difficult but essential questions: What does reconciliation truly mean in practice? How do we confront ongoing denialism? And what would it take to build a future in which Indigenous children can thrive with the same opportunities as other children in Canada?

When asked about the most significant positive change for Indigenous peoples, Tanya pointed to education: changing curricula and teaching history as it happened. She also called on all of us to stand up against residential school denialism and to envision a future that is inclusive and bright for all children in Canada.

Rose emphasized the need for significant systemic change, reminding us that “the more you know about history, the more urgent reconciliation becomes.”

She challenged us to turn that understanding into action: learn about the people we vote for, understand their policies and plans concerning Indigenous peoples, vote, and learn how to intervene when we witness racism against Indigenous people.

We are grateful to Rose and Tanya for their honesty, wisdom and hope, and to @_TheHonestTalk for hosting and facilitating this important conversation.

#ReconciliACTION #IndigenousVoices #TruthAndReconciliation #IndigenousPeoples

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𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬

• A Collection of Life Stories of Survivors of the Quebec Indian Residential Schools: https://t.co/MnYx5a8v41

• The Marrow Thieves, a novel by Cherie Dimaline: https://t.co/rMl5WxhACR (Check out your public library for access to these and other stories by Indigenous voices.)

#EveryChildMatters #NDTR #TruthAndReconciliationWeek2026

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𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬

• A Collection of Life Stories of Survivors of the Quebec Indian Residential Schools: https://t.co/MnYx5a92Tz

• The Marrow Thieves, a novel by Cherie Dimaline: https://t.co/rMl5Wxi8sp (Check out your public library for access to these and other stories by Indigenous voices.)

#EveryChildMatters #NDTR #TruthAndReconciliationWeek2026

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As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept 30, we're sharing a few resources for reflection, learning, and action in support of reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

We encourage all to explore these resources, share them with their networks and attend in-person events in support and solidarity with local Indigenous communities.

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠

• Introduction to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: https://t.co/iD1xst1ej2

• Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action: https://t.co/RZkwTR8kJK

• Residential School History (National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation): https://t.co/VmVIBz1e3q

• Indigenous Peoples in Toronto: An Introduction for Newcomers: https://t.co/DY9afei9s0

𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

• Auntie Up! – A Celebration of Indigenous Women: https://t.co/FQy95LcHyl

• Women, Truth & Reconciliation (hosted by The Honest Talk) with Rose LeMay and Tanya Talaga: https://t.co/e8I70C4BYM

#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #TruthAndReconciliation

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In a recent op-ed, President António Costa (of the European Council), President Inácio Lula da Silva (of Brazil), President William Ruto (of Kenya), and Prime Minister Mark Carney urge their international counterparts to recognize cooperation and dialogue as essential tools for addressing today’s most pressing global challenges.

Read the full op-ed here: https://t.co/QNCyz47m3n #UNGA81 #UNGA26

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Final reminder: If you're in New York next week attending the UNGA be sure to join @GlobalPluralism and @2states1homelan for a conversation on pluralism.

We will discuss how #pluralism can be practiced even when tensions are high and political polarization is increasing.

This conversation is especially relevant for those working in peacebuilding, democracy, development, human rights, social cohesion, and related fields.

Register via this link: https://t.co/k18r8lh3ek

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Last week, in partnership with the @RVInews, we launched the Global Pluralism Monitor: Sudan report in a public forum in Nairobi. The forum provided an important space for more than 50 participants to engage with the report’s findings.

They discussed the main insights including how narratives of “unity through conformity” and the marginalization of minoritized identities across lines of religion, livelihood, economic class, and language have contributed to Sudan’s violent conflict.

Participants expressed that, despite the challenges ahead, they remain committed to creating a #Sudan that recognizes and upholds the rights of all Sudanese people.

Explore the full findings of the Sudan Monitor report here: https://t.co/2sGQ7VbA1x

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If you’re in New York, join @GlobalPluralism and Global Pluralism Award laureates, A Land for All (ALFA) for an interactive discussion on pluralism and its power to bridge divides in a time of growing polarization.

In this participatory conversation, we will explore how to navigate the challenges that arise when pluralism becomes difficult in practice.

This session is for anyone working in human rights, peacebuilding, or the broader fields of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

📅 Monday, September 21, 2026
🕝 2:30 to 4:00 PM EDT
📍 134 West 29th Street (2nd Floor), New York

Presenters:
• Juliette Schmidt, Global Centre for Pluralism
• A Land for All (ALFA)

Register here: https://t.co/k18r8lh3ek

This event is hosted by the @GlobalPluralism and The Sidebar.

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We remember the late Dolly Parton, the Queen of Country, not only as a music icon but also as an inclusive leader and a champion of children's literacy.

One of her most meaningful contributions was the Imagination Library, a program that has gifted more than 300 million books to children around the world. Her legacy lives on through the millions of young readers whose lives have been enriched by greater access to books and literacy.

Dolly’s life reminds us that influence is most meaningful when it is used to uplift others.

#DollyParton #InternationalLiteracyDay #EducationForAll

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For decades, Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities have faced armed conflict, displacement and exclusion from decision-making. Our work in Colombia supports their inclusion in peacebuilding and implementation of the Ethnic Chapter of the Peace Accord.

Despite experiences of exclusion and violence, Indigenous women and girls continue to play vital roles as leaders, knowledge holders and agents of change in their communities and beyond.

Learn more about our work: https://t.co/qIm8zfFOtm

#IndigenousWomen #IndigenousLeadership #Pluralism

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We are looking forward to this important discussion.

Thank you for the collaboration and partnership @RVInews in launching the Global Pluralism Monitor: Sudan.

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Amid Sudan’s worsening conflict, Sudanese civilians are finding new ways to build pathways to peace.

Join RVI + @GlobalPluralism on 10 Sept in Nairobi to launch the Global Pluralism Monitor: Sudan and discuss civil society, pluralism and peace.

Details: https://t.co/LW0EYgMAhK

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The Second International Decade for People of African Descent (2025-2034) represents a continued global commitment to accelerating progress towards ending systemic injustice and racism and addressing the enduring legacies of colonialism and slavery.

Findings from our Global Pluralism Monitor country reports have informed collaborative initiatives with civil society and have supported efforts to advance the rights of people of African descent.

Despite meaningful progress, people of African descent around the world continue to experience systemic discrimination, exclusion, and unequal access to opportunities. These challenges are often compounded by intersecting forms of discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and other aspects of identity. The rise of legislation in several African countries that further marginalizes and criminalizes LGBTQ+ communities is particularly concerning and requires urgent action from both human rights and pluralism perspectives.

#PeopleOfAfricanDescent #Pluralism #StateOfPluralism

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Today August 29 marks the International Day Against Nuclear Tests. It serves as a reminder that increasing reliance on military measures and nuclear weapons only leads to more death and destruction for all parties involved.

Read the op-ed written by our Secretary General, @MeredithGCP and other leaders in the field, urging the Canadian government to strengthen its peacebuilding efforts and invest in peace initiatives around the world. https://t.co/M5YNYFIgJX

#PeaceBuilding #Pluralism

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In 2025, despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions and uncertainty, we continued to advance pluralism as a practical tool for supporting peace processes and dispute resolution. https://t.co/YZh3vhuVoG

We expanded our partnerships and global network and developed tools that demonstrate how pluralism is not a distant ideal, but a set of tangible strategies for responding to crises.

To get involved in our work and support the advancement of pluralism worldwide, sign up for our newsletter here: https://t.co/a2Yo11oB34

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#ICYMI: Our partner on the ground, the Women of the Ethnic Commission Returning Together to the Root (Mujeres de la Comisión Étnica) is currently providing assistance to Colombians affected by earthquake: https://t.co/r0LUg5HJnU

#ColombiaStrong

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Our Colombia Monitor Report assesses the state of pluralism through indicators such as its commitment to international law and treaties, constitutional protections for ethnic rights, and the implementation of these commitments.

Read the full report here: https://t.co/URnlkzHNxu

#Colombia #StateOfPluralism