July 23, 2025

2025 Democracy Service Medal—Oswaldo Payá Sardiñas

The 2025 Democracy Service Medal was bestowed posthumously to Oswaldo Payá in recognition of his life’s work and sacrifice advocating for democratic freedoms in Cuba.

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July 22, 2025

National Endowment for Democracy Posthumously Awards Democracy Service...

NED posthumously awarded the Democracy Service Medal to Oswaldo Payá on the anniversary of his murder by the Cuban regime thirteen years ago.

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July 10, 2025

The CCP’s Global Censorship Campaign – and How NED’s Partners Break...

The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is among the world’s most systematic suppressors of free speech. For many PRC citizens and diaspora members—not to mention citizens of other countries...

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July 10, 2025

Saying “Farewell” to NED Vice-President Christopher Walker

This is a bittersweet moment for the International Forum for Democratic Studies, as we say farewell to Christopher Walker, who departed his role with us at the end of last month. Chris has...

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