Expanding Ukraine’s Democratic and Electoral Progress During War

Join the International Foundation for Electoral Systems, in collaboration with the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) and the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), for a discussion on refortifying Ukraine's democratic and electoral foundations. The conversation will delve into the key steps Ukraine can undertake now to prepare for free and fair elections once Russia’s invasion ends, while also addressing strategies for Ukraine to safeguard itself against disruptive Russian disinformation narratives targeting its democracy and the postponement of elections.

Speakers

Ambassador William Taylor, moderator
Vice President, Russia and Europe Center, U.S. Institute of Peace

Peter Erben
Global Principal Advisor and Senior Country Director for Ukraine, International Foundation for Electoral Systems

Olga Aivazovska
Board Chair, OPORA

Damon Wilson 
President and CEO, National Endowment for Democracy 

Ambassador Oksana Markarova
Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States