The Karsh Institute is dedicated to the study and strengthening of democracy
A popular podcast covers the most timely issues facing democracy today
A popular podcast covers the most timely issues facing democracy today
"You don't know what freedom feels like until you almost lose it." —Journalist Maria Ressa
The Karsh Institute is dedicated to the study and strengthening of democracy
A popular podcast covers the most timely issues facing democracy today
"You don't know what freedom feels like until you almost lose it." —Journalist Maria Ressa
"At its best, architecture unites form and function," said Executive Director Melody Barns; "We’ll have a vibrant space that reflects our mission and supports the collaborative nature of our work.”
We're working to ensure that rapidly evolving digital technologies strengthen, rather than undermine, democracy.
On the same day Turkish citizens went to the polls, Thailand’s opposition scored a thunderous success for democracy.
One Small Step initially launched in four cities: Richmond, Virginia; Wichita, Kansas; Birmingham, Alabama; and Shreveport, Louisiana. Charlottesville will be the fifth and UVA is its first major academic partnership.
The UVA College of Arts & Sciences explores the role of art and culture in the practice of democracy.
Session three assessed the U.S. political system and potential reforms
Session two examined social and economic mobility
Session one explored the relationship between political and economic systems
"You don't know what freedom feels like until you almost lose it." —Journalist Maria Ressa
Thoughts shared by the UVA community on strengthening democracy through active participation and leadership
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