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Our experts in Washington, DC and in the field, work with a variety of local partners, civil society leaders, journalists, policymakers, and more, to provide the expertise and skills that can pave the road to a democratic future. IRI focuses on 12 key technical areas that support a strong foundation for good governance and an open political system that acquires its power from the people it serves.
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