The Dominican Republic has emerged as a trailblazer in Latin America and the Caribbean by launching its National Civic Space Strategy, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering open government and democratic innovation. This historic move was unveiled during the IX Global Summit of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) by Dr. Milagros Ortiz Bosch, Director General of Ethics and Government Integrity. Dr. Bosch highlighted the strategy’s role in enhancing institutional legitimacy and driving democratic progress. The National Civic Space Strategy 2025–2028, a pledge made by President Luis Abinader at the 2023 OGP Summit in Estonia, is designed to strengthen collaboration between the government and its citizens. It encompasses 21 reforms across five critical areas, emphasizing the protection of freedoms of association, assembly, expression, and access to information, while promoting citizen engagement and inclusive digital platforms. Aidan Eyakuze, CEO of OGP, praised the Dominican Republic’s leadership and invited the nation to co-lead the Civic Space Lab, a global platform dedicated to advancing civic engagement policies. Additionally, the Dominican delegation endorsed the Vitoria-Gasteiz Declaration, reaffirming its commitment to democracy, transparency, and safeguarding civic freedoms in the face of global challenges.
Dominican Republic leads region with first National Civic Space Strategy
