NED Grants in Hong Kong in 2009

According to the NED Annual Report for 2009, the following US Government funds were allocated by the US Congress and dispersed by the NED for programs in Hong Kong:

American Center for International Labor Solidarity
$130,860
To promote freedom of association by building the capacity of democratic trade unions in Hong Kong. The Solidarity Center will work with its local partner to support initiatives for collective bargaining, member organizing and civic empowerment.

Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor
$170,000
To raise the standards of human rights protection and democratic representation in Hong Kong. The Monitor will carry out human rights reporting, casework, campaigning, and public education drawing local and international attention to civil rights and human rights developments in Hong Kong.

National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI)
$272,140
To advance the dialogue between citizens and political actors on constitutional reforms. Through sponsoring public forums and a political participation website, NDI will support local civil society organizations to analyze and provide recommendations on the government’s proposal for constitutional reform.

NED Annual Report 2009 – Grants to China (Hong Kong)

NED Annual Report 2009 – Grants to China (Hong Kong)