Democracy Reporting International (DRI) was founded in 2006 by an international group of experts on democratic governance and elections.
Recognizing a gap in a field that was dominated by big intergovernmental organisations and commercial consultancies, they decided to form a nongovernmental, independent organisation which could analyse democratic developments and advise on constitutional and electoral frameworks quickly and flexibly.
Over the years, DRI has broadened its work from research and analysis to direct engagement with partners on the ground to improve democratic structures and safeguards across the countries where we work. It has evolved from a part-time hobby for a handful of people to an organisation with almost 100 staff, spread across eight countries and three continents.
Looking back at the past 15 years, we celebrate the milestones that have brought DRI to where it is today.
We work towards a world that empowers informed people to elect their governments, irrespective of social status, gender, religious belief, ethnicity, age or ability. Our support is grounded in globally agreed principles of democracy.
People participate actively in politics; they are vigilant in the defence of open, accountable, constitutional and representative institutions that work for the common good. These institutions can then anchor democratic change and renewal.
We help build democracy through public debates, widespread participation, and accountable governance.
We support political transformations towards democracy, strengthen democratic processes and institutions, and defend democracy and its institutions against attacks.
We help preserve and expand the democratic space we all share in this polarised world, independent of our political opinions, religious beliefs or personal preferences.
We provide independent factual analysis and expertise as a basis for decision-making.
We do all of this by working closely with civil society, parliamentarians and local authorities.
We never forget that democracy means much more than a ballot cast every few years. We help defend the heart of democracy through social media monitoring, analysis, supporting legal reforms, and involving citizens in election observation.
Beyond supporting the writing and implementation of new constitutions, we help strengthen the rule of law and judicial independence. We also help include civil society and the public in debates on the future of justice.
We work with people and organisations to make sure that everyone can participate equally in public life, without fear or repression.
We work on decentralisation reforms, strengthening how local governments operate and increasing civic participation to bring democracy closer to people.
We work to make sure that everyone can access the public debate, online and offline, regardless of political opinions or personal beliefs. We do this by countering disinformation, political polarisation and by engaging citizen groups to monitor online content.
Executive Director
Director of Programmes
Director of Finance
Director of HR & Administration
Finance & Controlling Manager
Project Manager Financial Software
Programme Finance Coordinator
Programme Finance Coordinator
Programme Finance Coordinator
Finance & Administration Officer
Programme Finance Officer
Working Student - Finance Assistant
Programme Manager (Asia)
Manager (Digital Democracy and Europe Programmes)
Programme Coordinator (MENA)
Research Coordinator (Rule of Law)
Research Coordinator (Digital Democracy)
Programme Officer (Digital Democracy)
Programme Officer (MENA)
Programme Officer (Europe)
Working Student (Asia)
Programme Associate (Asia)
Programme Officer (MENA)
Programme Associate (Digital Democracy)
Programme Officer (Digital Democracy)
Research Officer (Rule of Law)
Human Resources Coordinator
Digital Expert
Human Resources & Administration Officer
HR & Administration Assistant
Working Student
Communications Coordinator
Communications Associate
Board Member
Chair of the Board
Board Member
Board Member
Shareholder
Shareholder
Shareholder
Shareholder
Shareholder
Shareholder
Safeguarding
At Democracy Reporting International, we uphold a zero-tolerance of abuse in our organisation and programmes. This means that we are committed to ensuring abuse does not occur and to diligently addressing it if it ever does.
Overview
Democracy Reporting International staff must treat their programme recipients, partners, and fellow staff members with respect and dignity. In order to do so, they must not abuse others. This includes physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; sexual exploitation; sexual harassment; and neglect. If they are found to have abused others, they will face strict consequences.
DRI staff must report any instance where they may suspect or notice signs of abuse.
DRI programme recipients and partners are also encouraged to report any signs of abuse.
How to report:
Reporting Abuse:
Once a report is made, the Safeguarding Focal Point will manage the next steps together with the Director of HR and Administration. This includes coordinating any necessary assistance for the victim, gathering information for the case, and sharing with the Executive Management/Board/external agencies for the final decision.
Please note that all reporters and victims of abuse will be supported throughout the process. This also includes maintaining their anonymity as much as possible.
View the entire policy here.
European Union
Stiftung Mercator
German Federal Foreign Office
Civitates
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands
United Nations Development Programme
German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development
GIZ
institut für auslandsbeziehungen (ifa)
Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Robert Bosch Stiftung
Engagement Global
Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Region
Initiative der Offenen Gesellschaft
Peace Nexus
Reset
Embassy of Canada to Libya