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Dear John,
Over the past 12 months, we’ve seen the steady erosion of political and internet freedoms, witnessed horrific conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan, and Myanmar, and raised alarms about the spread of antidemocratic trends.
While it is easy to be disheartened by these developments, we can take heart from inspiring examples of resilience and sacrifice which lead us to believe that the cause of freedom will ultimately prevail.
As we look ahead to the coming year, here are five developments that give us hope.
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Reflecting on the Life of President Carter
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Following President Jimmy Carter's passing, Freedom House remembers his contributions as a humanitarian and steadfast advocate for democracy and human rights. His legacy will continue to inspire and impact the world.
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On January 26, the Belarusian government will hold an openly rigged presidential election, the first since President Alyaksandr Lukashenka's fraudulent 2020 reelection that sparked mass protests. With the opposition either imprisoned or in exile, no candidates pose a real challenge to Lukashenka.
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Junior Fellowship Opportunity
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Freedom House is seeking motivated candidates for the eight-month Freedom in the World 2025-2026 Junior Fellowship program. Junior Fellows will work closely with the Research and Analysis team to ensure the flagship report meets high standards of quality and integrity, while gaining valuable, marketable skills for their future careers. Applications are due by January 29, 2025.
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Mapping Freedom House's Impact in 2024
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In 2024, Freedom House provided millions of dollars of support to human rights defenders in 132 countries, championed free and independent media, monitored elections worldwide, and published groundbreaking research. Here's how we worked to expand and defend freedom across the world over the past year.
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Freedom House in the News
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Defend Democracy,
Champion Freedom.
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