Dear Friends,

As 2017 draws to a close, NDI wishes to express appreciation to our partners, friends and supporters who have been champions for democracy around the globe.

Every day, we are privileged to work with exceptional women and men whose tireless efforts make the world a more peaceful and democratic place. Whether in Burma, Colombia, Kenya, Syria, Tunisia or Ukraine, brave democrats have struggled to safeguard elections, reject radical extremism, build a more transparent government and deliver fundamental freedoms for their people.

In this interconnected world, the advance of democracy is more important today than ever before. Problems in fragile states transcend borders and regions, especially when it comes to terrorism, disease and the flow of refugees.

NDI salutes our democracy partners. We recognize your important efforts and wish you the best in this holiday season.

In our 35th year, NDI will continue to work for democracy and make democracy work.

Sincerely,

Madeleine K. Albright
Chairman

Kenneth Wollack
President