Russian authorities are arresting and detaining people protesting against the war in Ukraine. Up to 13000 have been arrested recently.
Democracy News Headlines
This Democracy News Headlines archive has all our headline articles about the United States and around the world. This is the most well stocked DC category by far with the best coverage of the struggle for democracy but check out World Democracy and our American democracy page for more in-depth information or just visit Democracy in Culture archive for some light news.
International Women’s Day and Proportional Representation
Highlighting how women around the world benefit from proportional representation because it encourages women to reach the highest levels of power.
Kyrgyzstan Authorities Raid Broadcaster, Detain Director Over Ukraine
Authorities in Kyrgyzstan detained a TV station director for making anti-Ukraine remarks. Kyrgyzstan is well-known for its Russian ties.
Putting A Spotlight On Nicaragua’s Brutal Repression
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has presented a damning report on the brutal repression by Daniel Ortega in Nicaragua.
UN Offers Mediation To Form Libya Joint Constitutional Committee
The UNs’ top official in conflict-scarred Libya has offered to mediate between political rivals in a renewed push for long-delayed elections,
Covid-19 Threatens Detained Hong Kong Democracy Leaders
COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Hong Kong. The spread of the virus poses a serious threat to detained pro-democracy campaigners.
Few Women At The Top Of Electoral Management Bodies Worldwide
New research published by IDEA shows that few women occupy the top jobs in Electoral Management Bodies (EMBs) across the world.
Women In Iran Are Leading The Struggle For Human Rights
In Iran, courageous women are demanding justice, freedom, equality, and basic civil liberties for all Iranians, despite facing abuses.
Aspiring For Gender Parity In Cabinets Across Africa
The demand for women in government has been heard in Africa but more needs to be done to increase gender parity in African cabinets.
Renewed Crackdown On Russian Civil Society Amid Ukraine War
Putin has to control the domestic narrative about his illegal campaign in Ukraine. He is cracking down on civil society to achieve this.