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“Politics in the Age of the Post-Truth”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
March 12, 2018 - According to the Oxford dictionary, post-truth is the expression that was most used in 2016. It experienced an increase of more than 2000% with respect to its use in 2015. This increase was due, primarily, to two political events that began to take shape during those years: the Brexit in Great Britain that marked its... Continue Reading >
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Sun, Fun and Team Work in the 11th GFDD Golf Tournament in Miami
March 6, 2018 - On Monday, March 5, 2018, the GFDD held its 11th traditional golf tournament. The Miami edition was held at the impressive Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne with the participation of more than 90 players who enjoyed a beautiful day of golf. The ceremonial kicks off was headed by Juan Marichal, the first Dominican to enter... Continue Reading >
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Successful Presentation of Dominican Cultural Dictionary in Orlando, Florida
March 5, 2018 - The launching of the Dominican Cultural Dictionary was held in central Florida with the support of a significant audience that turned out for the event. The Dictionary was published by Funglode’s editorial house. The ceremony, held at the Christian Center “El Pan de Vida” was supported by the Dominican Cultural House in Kissimmee. Participants included Dr.... Continue Reading >
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GFDD Continues to Support CoNGO as a Member of the Board
March 3, 2018 - The Confederation of NGOs ( CoNGO ), an organization in consultative relationship with the United Nations, held its General Assembly from March 1-3, 2018. The Assembly was held both at the International Convention Center in Geneva, as well as in the John Knox Center. Before the meeting, the 2014-2018 Board members held a work meeting... Continue Reading >
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Dominican Films and Activists Will Be Part of the 2018 DC Environmental Film Festival
February 27, 2018 - In 2018, the 26th annual DC Environmental Film Festival (DCEFF) will honor environmental heroes with ‘Stories from the Frontlines’. Whether it is wildlife conservation, habitat protection, clean drinking water or clean air, DCEFF films and speakers will reflect the action and the passion of those who are working on the battle lines to protect and preserve the environment for us and for future generations. More than 100... Continue Reading >
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GFDD will participate in the 26th General Assembly of the Conference of NGOs from February 28th to March 3rd in Geneva, Switzerland
February 27, 2018 - Under the theme “Challenges Today and Tomorrow Towards Agenda 2030”, members of the Conference of NGO in Consultative Status with the United Nations (CoNGO) will meet to celebrate the organization 26th General Assembly and its 70th anniversary. Since 2014, Global Foundation has served as Secretary of the Conference, working in partnership to empower NGOs/CSOs worldwide... Continue Reading >
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Costa Ricans Enjoyed Dominican Films
February 23, 2018 - For the first time ever, the Dominican Film Showcase went to Costa Rica. Every Tuesday from January 23 to February 20th, Costa Ricans enjoyed an interesting variety of some of the best Dominican films, including: Dólares de Arena, Death by a Thousand Cuts, La Familia Reyna, La Lucha de Ana and Cristo Rey, as well as the presence of special... Continue Reading >
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“Constitution, Law and Primary Elections”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
February 23, 2018 - Nine political parties that make up the so-called opposition block recently introduced a set of proposals regarding the bill on the political parties and reforms to the electoral law. Among the submitted proposals are those associated with advertising and propaganda; public funding, gender quotas and accountability. However, when referring to the celebration of the political... Continue Reading >
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“Sol Caribe” and Carlos Alfredo Fatule Brough some Heat to Washington, DC!
February 21, 2018 - On Tuesday, February 20th, 2018, GFDD hosted a special screening of the documentary "Sol Caribe" (Caribbean Sun) with the presence of Dominican artist Carlos Alfredo Fatule. This event, part of GFDD’s Dominican Film Showcase and Dominican Get-Togethers initiatives, was celebrated to commemorate the Dominican Republic’s independence by rejoicing in the best of its music and culture.... Continue Reading >
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“Vladimir Guerrero: de Don Gregorio a Cooperstown”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
February 21, 2018 - In the middle of the final leg of an intense and passionate competition, not suitable for those with cardiac conditions, between the Águilas Cibaeñas (the Cibao Eagles) and the Tigres del Licey (the Licey Tigers), all of sudden, the greatly anticipated news started to circulate: Vladimir Guerrero had been inducted into the Cooperstown Hall of... Continue Reading >
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GFDD & FUNGLODE Host the Release of the Book ‘Fundamentals of the Dominican Voluntary Sector’ by Ms. Megan Beddow
February 16, 2018 - Seeking to enhance the dialog about the role and importance of Non-Governmental Organizations in the Dominican Republic and worldwide, GFDD & Funglode hosted the release of the book “Fundamentals of the Dominican Voluntary Sector”, at UN Church Center on Thursday, February 15th. The presentation is the last addition to the publication series; Research and Ideas.... Continue Reading >
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Funglode will make available Jimmy Sierra’s Diccionario cultural dominicano on line
February 9, 2018 - Those interested in expanding its content may do so by sending their text proposals via email or by filling out a form The multimedia edition of the Dominican Cultural Dictionary, by writer and filmmaker Jimmy Sierra, in cooperation with Reynaldo Disla, Héctor Martínez, Carlos José Peña and León Félix Batista, will soon be available through... Continue Reading >
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Global Foundation Announces Winners of Funglode/GFDD 2017 Awards
February 8, 2018 - The awards were announced in the following categories: Short Stories, Poetry and Journalism. The Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (Funglode/GFDD) announced the winners of the 11th Annual Awards in Short Stories (Juan Bosch Award); Poetry (Pedro Mir Award) and Journalism (Rafael Herrera). Funglode’s Center for Cultural Studies announced the winners at a special event... Continue Reading >
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“No Country Can Afford to Ignore Higher Education”
February 8, 2018 - GFDD hosted a discussion on successful education and labor markets in its Washington, DC office, live-streamed to Funglode’s headquarters in Santo Domingo. On February 8th, 2018 GFDD hosted an interesting and timely discussion on successful education and labor markets, with Maria Marta Ferreyra, Senior Economist, Office of the Regional Chief Economist for Latin America and... Continue Reading >
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Funglode Advances to Position 38 in the Ranking of Best Think Tanks in Latin America
January 30, 2018 - For the fourth consecutive year, Funglode is one of the best think tanks in the world, in the categories of Environmental Policy, Foreign Policy and International Affairs, Use of Social Networks, and Think Tanks to Watch. Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (Funglode) has been selected, for the fourth consecutive year, among the best think tanks... Continue Reading >
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“The Book That Has Shaken the White House”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
January 26, 2018 - BANNON, FOR THOSE WHO KNOW HIM, IS AN EDUCATED AND INTELLIGENT MAN, AS WELL AS DOGMATIC, ARROGANT AND EVEN ANTISOCIAL Until the time when J.K. Rowling, the renowned British writer, published a series of science fiction novels about the life of Harry Potter, the young apprentice of magic and sorcery, nothing like this had happened... Continue Reading >
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The Sunshine State welcomes the 11th edition of the GFDD Golf Tournament
January 24, 2018 - The Global Foundation for Democracy & Development is proud to announce its 11th Golf Tournament to be held on March 5th, 2018 in Miami, Florida. This year’s tournament will take participants to the breathtaking views of Miami’s Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne. Don’t miss the chance to support the cause! Beginning at 10:00 a.m., the... Continue Reading >
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The 25th Edition of the Geography Week Begins
January 22, 2018 - The activities prior to the aforementioned celebration began with the conference offered by writer Ylonka Nacidit on the subject: “The geography of women’s rights movements: A call to action.” The lecture was attended by 50 specialists and teachers in the field of Social Sciences, from the Dominican educational system. Funglode was the venue for the... Continue Reading >
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Leonel Calls for a World Order in Which Peace, Prosperity and Ecological Balance Prevail
January 10, 2018 - The former President of the Dominican Republic, Dr. Leonel Fernández, called for the establishment of a new world order that is aligned with the main needs, concerns and aspirations of the inhabitants of the planet. Fernández, who is also the President of the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD/Funglode), desires a world where peace,... Continue Reading >
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Pura Vida Aplatanada: Dominican Films Go to Costa Rica!
January 8, 2018 - Every Tuesday from January 23rd to February 20th, Costa Ricans and the Dominican diaspora living in San José will be able to enjoy some of the best Dominican films, including: Dólares de Arena, Death by a Thousand Cuts, La Familia Reyna, La Lucha de Ana and Cristo Rey. The opening film is Dólares de Arena and will be screened on Tuesday, January... Continue Reading >
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Prison Reform in the Dominican Republic: An Analysis through the lens of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
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Analysis of Evangelical Christianity in the Dominican Republic
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Legal, Political, and Social Reflections on the Dominican Environmental Framework
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Fundamentals of the Dominican Voluntary Sector
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Resident Perceptions of Whale Watching in the Dominican Republic
