Democracy: Hope and Window to Africa’s Future

Democracy: Hope and Window to Africa’s Future

A conversation with Goodluck Jonathan, 14th President of Nigeria

By Yale World Fellows Program

Date and time

Starts on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 · 2:30pm EST

Location

Luce Hall Auditorium

34 Hillhouse Ave New Haven, CT 06520

About this event

Goodluck Jonathan is the former president of The Federal Republic of Nigeria (2010-2015). As president, he promoted democratization through the observance of the rule of law, enactment of the Freedom of Information Act, electoral reforms, and non-interference in electoral outcomes. He is committed to continuing to promote peace, democracy, and development in Africa through the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation where he serves as Chairman.

This talk will be moderated by Ambassador Harry K. Thomas, Jr. and is sponsored by the Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program at the Jackson School of Global Affairs.

This event is open only to members of the Yale community. A Yale ID will be required for admission.

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Yale World Fellows Program

The Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program is Yale University’s flagship leadership development program.  Each year, we bring 16 accomplished, mid-career, global leaders to campus for a four-month immersive transformational journey. The program, which is part of Yale's Jackson School of Global Affairs provides the opportunity for World Fellows to contribute to Yale’s intellectual life, participate in events, collaborate with peers, audit classes, mentor students and lead round-table discussions.

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