What we do
The Democracy Development Program aims to deepen the practice of democracy in South Africa. We build strong and active communities that can hold those in power to account.
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Democracy Development Program
We are a civil society organization, The Democracy Development Program (DDP), dedicated to deepening the practice of democracy in South Africa. Since our inception in 1993, we have been committed to building strong and active communities that can hold those in power accountable. We achieve our mission through:
- Encouraging citizen engagement with pressing issues in politics and development.
- Holding public and political forums that foster peaceful and constructive dialogue.
- Providing democracy education to empower citizens.
- Observing elections to ensure transparency and fairness.
- Strengthening civil society and community voices to amplify their impact.
- Building functional and effective relationships between communities and local government.
DDP Events
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At DDP, we believe informed, engaged citizens can shape a better future. Our events inspire and empower individuals to take active roles in their communities. Through workshops, panels, networking, and keynotes, we bring thought leaders, activists, and community members together to address today’s pressing issues, offering something meaningful for everyone.
The Democracy Development Program (DDP) aims to deepen the practice of democracy in South Africa. We build strong and active communities that can hold those in power to account. Since our beginning in 1993 we have achieved this mission.
