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Governance and the Rule of Law

The advancement of democracy in Latin America has unleashed political, economic, and social dynamism, while weak political institutions and legal systems continue to plague the region. Institute activities in this area might include research and policy recommendations on governance and short courses on best practices for civil servants and politicians.

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2026

The State of Democracy in the Americas: Third Annual Conference

Democracy in the Americas is at a critical juncture. Across the region, democratic institutions continue to face mounting pressure from political polarization, declining public trust, attacks on electoral integrity, and the concentration of executive power. While some countries have demonstrated

Videos

The State of Democracy in the Americas: Third Annual Conference (Video)

September 14, 2026

Duration: 7 hours 57 minutes

El estado de la democracia en Venezuela (Video)

September 2, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes

El estado de la democracia en Ecuador (Video)

August 18, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes