Global democracy theory of change

SNF Agora Institute, Johns Hopkins University

Led research and international consultations to develop a global theory of change identifying the drivers of democratic decline and pathways for democratic renewal.

Selected Outputs

• Global Democracy Theory of Change – Phase 1 Report - SNF Agora Institute (2024)

• The End of an Era: Reimagining Democracy Support for a New World - Modern Diplomacy (2025)

• Resetting global democracy support: let those on the frontlines lead- Democracy Without Borders (2025)

What the World Can Teach Us About Building Effective Coalitions

Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) Convening

Designed and co-facilitated a session at PACE’s annual meeting that drew on global lessons to help U.S. funders and nonprofits explore trade-offs and opportunities for collaboration.

Related Publication

• Coalitions That Endure - What Americans can learn from movements abroad - Democracy Without Exception (Substack, 2025)

OPEN SOCIETY FOUNDATIONS

Key Areas of Work

• Managed global grant portfolios supporting human rights, justice, and democratic governance across regions.

• Built and supported cross-region, multi-stakeholder coalitions and partnerships among funders, civil society organizations, policymakers, multilaterals, and movement actors.

• Advised on strategy, program design ,and organizational health to strengthen civil society resilience and advance rights-based reforms.

Selected Publications

Breaking Down Barriers to Peace - Alliance Magazine (2024)

Investing in the Protection of Human Rights Defenders - Alliance Magazine (2023)

Key Elements for Funders to Build a Culture of Crisis Preparedness- Human Rights Funders Network (2023)

Funding criminal justice reform in Latin America: investing in affected communities - Philanthropy News Digest (2021)