January 15, 2007
Russian Youth Human Rights Movement: Engaging with Young Russian Democrats
The Regional Networking Program project brought together seven youth activists from various cities in Russia (outside of Moscow and St. Petersburg) with Russian and CEE researchers to improve their skills in research based advocacy. Through a series of trainings, a specialized internship and mentoring on policy brief write-ups, the youth were exposed to practical methods of engagement on the issue areas they previously were engaged in, or perceived as relevant for their local Russian context.
January 29, 2007
Azerbaijan: The Wider Implications Of The Crackdown On Press Freedom
The tightening grip on news media outlets has been an increasingly disturbing feature of the former Soviet Union’s authoritarian-minded regimes. This trend is noticeable in Azerbaijan, where recent government moves have weakened an already enfeebled independent media sector.