At CDD-Ghana, our mission is to promote and deepen democratic consolidation, good governance, and inclusive growth and development.

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The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is an independent, not-for-profit research and advocacy think tank, working to advance democracy, good governance, and inclusive economic growth. CDD-Ghana works to complement the broader objectives of strengthening democratic governance, the principles of popular participation and the demand for public accountability. The Center harnesses the power of evidence-based research, ideas, partnerships to encourage dialogue, inform and influence public policy.

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The overall goal is to promote and deepen democratic consolidation, good governance.

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january, 2023

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The role of the media in amplifying citizens’ voice: Practices, Challenges and Opportunities -Ridwan
The role of the media in amplifying citizens’ voice: Practices, Challenges and Opportunities -Ridwan
02:26
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Civic engagement and the Civic Space in Ghana: Constraints and Opportunities - John P. Frinjuah
Civic engagement and the Civic Space in Ghana: Constraints and Opportunities - John P. Frinjuah
01:08
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End of year message from the Executive Director of CDD-Ghana - Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh
End of year message from the Executive Director of CDD-Ghana - Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh
06:02
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17th &#039Kronti ne Akwamu&#039 lecture highlights
17th 'Kronti ne Akwamu' lecture highlights
04:17
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Media Workshop on Inclusive Civic Spaces
Media Workshop on Inclusive Civic Spaces
06:40
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Enhancing Youth Entrepreneurial Skills - A success story
Enhancing Youth Entrepreneurial Skills - A success story
10:49
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Join us today at 5PM for the 17th edition of the Kronti ne Akwamu lecture
Join us today at 5PM for the 17th edition of the Kronti ne Akwamu lecture
02:43:25
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Join us tomorrow at 5PM for the 17th edition of the Kronti ne Akwamu lecture
Join us tomorrow at 5PM for the 17th edition of the Kronti ne Akwamu lecture
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#Data4GovAfrica Stakeholder Engagement on Governance, Democracy, and Human Rights in Africa
#Data4GovAfrica Stakeholder Engagement on Governance, Democracy, and Human Rights in Africa
01:19:58
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Democracy Month - "The People"
Democracy Month - "The People"
13:27
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The People Teaser
The People Teaser
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What is conflict of interest?
What is conflict of interest?
02:59
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Democracy Month 2022
Democracy Month 2022
01:51
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Prof Gyimah-Boadi raises questions about OSP-Labianca saga
Prof Gyimah-Boadi raises questions about OSP-Labianca saga
03:19
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&#039Youth Speaks Series II Enhancing Youth Participation in Local Governance&#039
'Youth Speaks Series II Enhancing Youth Participation in Local Governance'
07:57
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24th Anniversary Highlights
24th Anniversary Highlights
03:20
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2nd Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Survey in Ghana
2nd Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Survey in Ghana
02:13
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Highlights of 2022 Data Fair
Highlights of 2022 Data Fair
03:32
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Highlights of First Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Ghana Survey Findings
Highlights of First Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Ghana Survey Findings
02:45
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Economy, taxation, and public service delivery: Highlights from Afrobarometer R9 survey in Ghana
Economy, taxation, and public service delivery: Highlights from Afrobarometer R9 survey in Ghana
01:58:09
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Press Conference and Launch of the "Citizens&#039 Coalition&#039.
Press Conference and Launch of the "Citizens' Coalition'.
01:36:59
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Are you a danger to the LGBTQ+ Community in Ghana?
Are you a danger to the LGBTQ+ Community in Ghana?
01:01
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"Expectations vs. Reality - Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
"Expectations vs. Reality - Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
11:36
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Highlights of key findings on Ghana’s ESMTDP 2018-2021
Highlights of key findings on Ghana’s ESMTDP 2018-2021
01:50
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Launch & Dissemination of Research Report on Ghana&#039s ESMTDP (2018-2021)
Launch & Dissemination of Research Report on Ghana's ESMTDP (2018-2021)
02:10:58
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#CDDRTD on "Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
#CDDRTD on "Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
02:34:03
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Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Energy, Economic Management and Political Space – Kwaku Awotwi
Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Energy, Economic Management and Political Space – Kwaku Awotwi
11:26
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Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Our Political Parties vs. Democracy – Prof H. Prempeh
Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Our Political Parties vs. Democracy – Prof H. Prempeh
19:19
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“Sustaining Democratic Resilience in The Context of Erosion: Lessons from Europe and Africa”
“Sustaining Democratic Resilience in The Context of Erosion: Lessons from Europe and Africa”
02:27:57
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Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (English Version)
Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (English Version)
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Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Twi Version)
Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Twi Version)
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Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Ewe Version)
Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Ewe Version)
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Promoting Accountability & Development in Ghana’s Mining Districts through the MDDS Project
Promoting Accountability & Development in Ghana’s Mining Districts through the MDDS Project
06:37
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Join the Citizens Speak townhall meetings and have a say in the decision making for your district.
Join the Citizens Speak townhall meetings and have a say in the decision making for your district.
01:09
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Happy International Women&#039s Day from all of us at the Center.
Happy International Women's Day from all of us at the Center.
01:50
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Promoting Use of Evidence in Policy-Making: Exploring CDD-Ghana&#039s E4D Project
Promoting Use of Evidence in Policy-Making: Exploring CDD-Ghana's E4D Project
03:14
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CDD-Ghana&#039s E4D Project holds National Multi-Stakeholder Forum
CDD-Ghana's E4D Project holds National Multi-Stakeholder Forum
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Research Report Dissemination - Impact of Traditional Leaders’ Endorsement of Election Candidates
Research Report Dissemination - Impact of Traditional Leaders’ Endorsement of Election Candidates
01:57:50
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LIVE: Launch of the book: &#039Notes from the Public Square&#039
LIVE: Launch of the book: 'Notes from the Public Square'
01:24:31
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2021 at CDD-Ghana - A Recap
2021 at CDD-Ghana - A Recap
01:03
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Webinar: China-Africa Relations Tuesday, October 5
Webinar: China-Africa Relations Tuesday, October 5
01:30:37
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The Coalition of Professors, Legal Minds and Human Rights Activists against Anti-LGBTQ Bill
The Coalition of Professors, Legal Minds and Human Rights Activists against Anti-LGBTQ Bill
01:25:04
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Highlights of Findings from CDD-Ghana&#039s 2021 Local Government Survey
Highlights of Findings from CDD-Ghana's 2021 Local Government Survey
01:14:15
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Check out this excerpt of Mr. David Ofosu-Dorte (Senior Partner, AB & David) from our last #CDDRTD.
Check out this excerpt of Mr. David Ofosu-Dorte (Senior Partner, AB & David) from our last #CDDRTD.
03:19
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Check out this excerpt of Hon. Oppong Nkrumah from our #CDDRTD.
Check out this excerpt of Hon. Oppong Nkrumah from our #CDDRTD.
01:17
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Ghanaians share their views on how judgment debt in Ghana can be managed
Ghanaians share their views on how judgment debt in Ghana can be managed
02:10
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Excerpt of Deputy Attorney General Hon. Diana Asonaba Dapaah&#039s opening remarks…
Excerpt of Deputy Attorney General Hon. Diana Asonaba Dapaah's opening remarks…
03:27
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#CDDRTD on International Public Agreements & Judgement Debts
#CDDRTD on International Public Agreements & Judgement Debts
02:44:37
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Ghanaians share their views on the state of democracy in Africa
Ghanaians share their views on the state of democracy in Africa
02:27
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Democracy Capture and the Rise of the Shadow State in Africa
Democracy Capture and the Rise of the Shadow State in Africa
02:18:08

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