Latin America & the Caribbean

In the last 25 years, Latin America and the Caribbean have made enormous progress at the level of democratic governance. The 2009 Millennium Development Goals Report, affirms that among the developing regions, Latin America and the Caribbean are at the forefront in terms of the political representation of women.

However, the region is still grappling with the effects of violent conflicts in various countries. In parts of the region, social and political stability are threatened by economic and social inequalities, and reforms at the political, social and civic levels have been called for.

UNDP aims to contribute to the region’s efforts to strengthen democracy and its institutions, to consolidate the rule of law and to promote the participation of members of society.

To achieve this, UNDP works in the following areas:

• Knowledge management, including promoting inclusive participation (especially for women, young people, persons with disabilities, people of African descent and indigenous groups)
• Strengthening government institutions so as to ensure better conditions for human development.

Photo: UNDP/haiti - Poster to promote voting in Haiti

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• Related Links

  Regional Centre Panama

  www.gobernabilidaddemocratica-pnud.org
  This website provides information about all UNDP Country Offices, referring to the governance activities implemented in each country in the region.

  Diálogo Democrático
  This project offers an effective and high-quality response to UNDP Country Offices as they endeavor to meet the needs expressed by governments and societies. The project facilitates efforts to prevent conflicts and strengthen democratic governance.