Hungary’s Viktor Orbán suffered “a crushing, historic defeat” in this weekend’s elections. How did his party, despite efforts to tilt the election in its favor, lose? And what are the lessons for the U.S.?
Tom Carothers explains for @foreignpolicy.com: foreignpolicy.com/2026/04/12/w...
New laws. New restrictions. New risks.
What do they mean for civil society on the ground?
Dive into the latest country updates in the ICNL Civic Freedom Monitor and see how civic space is evolving in #BurkinaFaso, #Rwanda, #Tajikistan & #India.
🔗https://www.icnl.org/resources/civic-freedom-monitor
♻️ How do different forms of state involvement shape the role and effectiveness of NGO representative bodies?
Learn how NGOs & networks in #Tanzania, #Ethiopia, #SierraLeone, #Malawi, #Kazakhstan, #Uzbekistan, #Nepal, & #Botswana navigate this context.
🔽 www.icnl.org/post/news/st...
🚩ICNL tracks these developments across the country, including legislation affecting protest rights at the state level.
🔎 Explore the data: www.icnl.org/usprotestlaw...
👉 ICNL was cited in reporting by Keith Schneider @circleofblue.bsky.social on laws reshaping protest rights in the U.S.
Trends include expanded “riot” definitions and use of racketeering laws in protest contexts.
Read more: www.circleofblue.org/2026/opinion...
We share a new article by our partner in #Brazil, Szazi, Bechara, Storto, Reicher e Figueiredo Lopes Advogados, on the country’s tax reform and its implications for civil society organizations.
🌟Learn more: www.icnl.org/post/news/br...
Draft Amendments to the Law on Peaceful Assemblies in the Kyrgyz Republic: Legal Analysis - 1
🇰🇬 ICNL has published a new legal analysis of draft amendments to the Law on Peaceful Assemblies in the Kyrgyz Republic.
The findings raise concerns about compliance with constitutional and international standards.
👉 Available in English and Russian: www.icnl.org/post/news/dr...
The report presents strategic recommendations aimed at strengthening civil society’s independence and voice while identifying potential actions for key stakeholders to address state involvement in NGO representative bodies.
Learn more: www.icnl.org/post/news/st...
This report draws on country-level research conducted in #Tanzania, #Ethiopia, #SierraLeone, #Malawi, #Kazakhstan, #Uzbekistan, #Nepal, and #Botswana, relying primarily on qualitative analysis and consultations with civil society actors, representative bodies, and government stakeholders.
🆕How does state involvement shape NGO representative bodies?
ICNL’s new report examines its impact on civil society across 8 countries and offers recommendations for donors, governments, and NGOs to strengthen their independence and voice.
❇️Read more: www.icnl.org/post/news/st...
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🇲🇲 Women across #Myanmar are sustaining civic space under some of the most challenging conditions in the world.
To close ♀️Women’s History Month, we’re pleased to share Resilience Under Repression: Women Leaders Sustaining Civic Space in Myanmar.
🔗Explore the findings: www.icnl.org/post/news/re...
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📘 New resource: Internal Governance Guide for civil society organizations in #Tajikistan
ICNL’s new resource provides practical support to help CSOs design strong governance systems and comply with legal requirements.
Explore the guide (in Russian): www.icnl.org/post/tools/g...
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📋 ICNL has developed a new practical guide to help civil society organizations in #Tajikistan understand and comply with legal requirements for reporting foreign funding.
👉 Explore the guide (in Russian): www.icnl.org/post/tools/g...
Navigating the Foreign Agents Registration Act - 1
📣 Did you miss our latest briefer on the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA)?
In this resource, we cover:
🔹Who is required to register under FARA
🔹Key registration and disclosure requirements
🔹Penalties and remedies for violations
🔹And more
Explore the full brief: www.icnl.org/our-work/us-...
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🇧🇩 As civic space continues to face growing challenges, ICNL is expanding its support in #Bangladesh through two new opportunities: a consultancy to advance civic space and small grants to support civil society organizations in the country.
Learn more about these opportunities: icnl.org/work-with-us
📚 Have you explored our latest publications?
From philanthropy in #Georgia to evolving anti–money laundering legal frameworks and guidelines in #Africa and #CostaRica, we’re unpacking the legal trends shaping civil society today.
Explore them on our website, and don’t miss out: www.icnl.org/
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🇬🇪 A new legal framework in #Georgia is redefining how civil society can operate.
👉 Our latest briefing unpacks these changes and their implications for civic space, donors, and local organizations.
🔗 Learn more: www.icnl.org/post/news/am...
🗞️ What mask limitations exist for the public?
23 (...) states and DC have laws prohibiting people from wearing masks in public places to conceal their identity, intimidate others or avoid recognition while committing crimes, according to ICNL, reports @apnews.com:
apnews.com/article/immi...
Nick Robinson of International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) and I spoke on recent developments in Chinese and US law and policy for nonprofits working in China at an ICNL webinar. This 2025 podcast with Kaiser Kuo gives details on Chinese developments. www.sinicapodcast.com/p/transcript...
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🇱🇰 Since the start of 2026, #SriLanka’s environment for civil society has seen continuing restrictions on freedoms of expression, association, and peaceful assembly.
🔎 Learn more in our Civic Freedom Monitor: www.icnl.org/resources/ci...
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🇳🇵 Call for grant proposals: Nepal
ICNL invites Nepal-based nonprofits to submit proposals to defend and expand civic space—online and offline. Projects should focus on advocacy, civil society resilience, and multistakeholder engagement.
🔎 Learn more: www.icnl.org/work-with-us...
🆕ICNL report: How anti–money laundering rules are reshaping civil society in Francophone #Africa🌍
ICNL examines the impact of AML/CFT reforms on nonprofits in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, the DRC, and Mali, and the unintended consequences for civic space.
🔗 www.icnl.org/post/news/ho...
Threat actors are increasingly using AI systems to plan & execute cyber operations.
Building on a recent report, Jam Kraprayoon & Shaun Ee recommend 3 moves for policymakers, industry, & civil society to shape the future of AI-driven cybersecurity & defend against adversarial deployment:
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📢 ICNL is hiring a Legal Advisor-U.S. Program.
This Washington, D.C.–based role focuses on legal research, tracking laws affecting civil society, and supporting nonpartisan analysis that strengthens civic space.
🔗 Learn more and apply: www.icnl.org/work-with-us
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🔔 New CFM entry: #Kyrgyzstan. Updates include the new Digital Code (in force Feb. 5, 2026) and a draft media registration regulation that could expand requirements to online platforms.
Learn more about civic freedoms in 🇰🇬 : www.icnl.org/resources/ci...
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🌍 ICNL invites civil society organizations in #Mozambique to apply for grants supporting work to advance civic freedoms and strengthen participation in Mozambique. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until March 31, 2026.
🔗Learn more: www.icnl.org/work-with-us...
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✨ Consultant opportunity: Support ICNL’s Civic Freedom Monitor report on #Zimbabwe.
The Civic Freedom Monitor (CFM) is a web-based platform that provides up-to-date information on legal issues affecting civil society and civic freedoms.
👉 Learn more: www.icnl.org/work-with-us
🙌 ICNL’s Board and staff coming together in Canada
A meaningful moment to connect in person, reflect on the challenges ahead, and strengthen the work needed to protect civic space globally.
Navigating the Foreign Agents Registration Act - 1
🆕 Navigating the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) can be complex for nonprofits.
Our new briefer explains the law, why it matters, and steps organizations can take to navigate compliance in a shifting legal landscape.
Read the briefer: www.icnl.org/our-work/us-...
"Once these laws are on the books, they are rarely revised to be more narrowly targeted; it is mostly a one-way ratchet." said ICNL's Elly Page to @talkingpointsmemo.com in regards to state domestic terrorism laws.
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