Made up of more than 40 countries, Asia defies easy categorization. On the one hand, many countries are home to vibrant civil society sectors. On the other hand, in too many countries, state regulatory controls on civil society are becoming increasingly restrictive.

ICNL analysis of Uzbekistan’s new law amending nine regulations on non-governmental organizations.

The Global Digital Rights Coalition, including ICNL, submitted recommendations to the WSIS+20 Zero Draft. Our joint submission calls for stronger human rights protections, gender equality, multistakeholder participation, financing, and capacity building to shape a people-centered digital future.

ICNL shares recommendations to improve Kazakhstan’s draft NGO law and strengthen the State Social Contract based on international best practices.