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Global Foundation for Democracy and Development Honored by Mercado Magazine for Strengthening Dominican Diaspora Engagement
September 30, 2025 - The Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) is proud to announce its recognition by Mercados, the prestigious business magazine celebrated for its commitment to excellence in innovation, commerce, and community impact. This honor highlights GFDD’s ongoing mission to connect the Dominican Diaspora with the Dominican Republic through impactful programs in education, culture, and diplomacy.... Continue Reading >
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Leonel Fernández Participates in the 2025 Ibero-American Impact Summit at the United Nations
September 27, 2025 - New York – The former President of the Dominican Republic, and President of the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (Funglode), Dr. Leonel Fernández, participated in the 2025 Ibero-American Impact Summit. The event was held on Friday, September 26, at the United Nations, within the framework of the 80th session of the General Assembly. Convened... Continue Reading >
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OAS Secretary General Albert Ramdin Warns of Political and Democratic Challenges Facing Latin America During the VII Global Forum “Latin America and the Caribbean 2025”
September 24, 2025 - Albert Ramdin, Secretary General of the Organization of American States, warned of the political challenges facing Latin America and the Caribbean today, such as nationalism and democratic instability. He emphasized the importance of the emergency of new leaders who can promote unity and dialogue. He also highlighted the education of young leaders as the region... Continue Reading >
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The VII Global Forum on “Latin America and the Caribbean 2025” Opens in New York with a Call to Analyze the Region’s Economic and Geopolitical Challenges
September 24, 2025 - The VII Global Forum on “Latin America and the Caribbean 2025” successfully opened in New York City, at Columbia University. The annual event was organized by Funglode and GFDD. Former Dominican President Leonel Fernández highlighted its importance, especially in light of the existing U.S.-China rivalry. Panelists discussed economic tensions and the need for strategies to... Continue Reading >
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Dominican Baseball Greats Albert Pujols and Juan Marichal Shine as Guests of Honor at the 23rd GFDD Golf Tournament in New York
September 22, 2025 - The traditional sporting and charity event annually brings together business leaders, philanthropists, and golf enthusiasts with the goal to support development programs in the Dominican Republic. Santo Domingo, September 22nd, 2025 – The Harrison Meadows Country Club in Harrison, New York, was the perfect setting to bring together and strengthen the solidarity network that has characterized... Continue Reading >
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Former President Leonel Fernández will Head the “VII Global Forum on Latin America and the Caribbean” in New York City
September 18, 2025 - Santo Domingo, September 18, 2025 – New York City will once again become the meeting point for international debate on the major challenges and opportunities facing Latin America and the Caribbean through the celebration of the “VII Global Forum: Latin America and the Caribbean 2025”, an annual event that this year is scheduled to open... Continue Reading >
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Baseball Legends to Tee Off at the 23rd Annual GFDD Golf Tournament in New York
July 15, 2025 - New York, NY – July 15, 2025 – The Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) is thrilled to announce the XXIII GFDD Golf Tournament, set to take place on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the prestigious Harrison Meadows Country Club, located at 123 North Street, Harrison, NY. This year’s tournament promises to be an... Continue Reading >
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Leonel Fernández Calls for a More Inclusive Artificial Intelligence That Empowers People
July 9, 2025 - During the opening of the 5th Global Forum Casa de Campo, the former Dominican president delivered a historical overview of AI’s development and warned of its ethical, geopolitical, and societal challenges. La Romana, Dominican Republic – In a thought-provoking and analytical speech rich with historical and technological references, former President of the Dominican Republic Leonel... Continue Reading >
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GFDD-Florida Golf Tournament breaks new record
June 30, 2025 - With the presence of Dr. Leonel Fernandez, former president of the Dominican Republic, the 22nd Annual Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) Golf Tournament was recently held with great success. As in years prior, the event is held to raise funds for the Foundation, the institution chaired by the former president. The event took... Continue Reading >
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Education for the Future: A Virtual Event Promotes the Ethical and Pedagogical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Ibero-American Classrooms
May 28, 2025 - On Tuesday, May 28, the virtual event "Education for the Future: Educational Resources on Artificial Intelligence for Ibero-American Teachers" took place—an initiative organized by the Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI) and the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (FUNGLODE/GFDD), in collaboration with the Instituto Global de Altos Estudios en Ciencias Sociales (IGLOBAL) and Fundación Cruzando of Chile, and focused on the presentation of the Day... Continue Reading >
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GFDD and Funglode Invite Ibero-American Educators to a Virtual Session on Educational Resources in Artificial Intelligence
May 22, 2025 - The Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) and Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (Funglode) invite educators from across Ibero-America to participate in the virtual session “Artificial Intelligence Resources for Educators”, to be held on May 28, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (Dominican Republic time) and 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. (Spain time). Participation is free of charge, and registration... Continue Reading >
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GFDD and Funglode Participate in the MIL and Global Understanding Conference 2025 in Barcelona: A Global Call for Critical Thinking, Intercultural Dialogue, and Peace
April 28, 2025 - Barcelona, April 2025 — The Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) and the Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (Funglode) took part in the international MIL and Global Understanding Conference, held on April 28–29 in Barcelona, Spain. The event brought together experts, academics, international organizations, and educational leaders from over 40 countries to reflect on the current challenges of disinformation and... Continue Reading >
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Leonel Fernández Strengthens Academic, Cultural, and Strategic Alliances During His Official Visit to Madrid
April 27, 2025 - Madrid, April 2025 – Leonel Fernández, the former president of the Dominican Republic, and current president of the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (FUNGLODE), completed an intense institutional agenda in Madrid which focused on expanding academic, cultural, and strategic cooperation between the Dominican Republic and Spain. During his visit, President Fernández held key meetings... Continue Reading >
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Albert Pujols, Manny Pacquiao and Giorgio Chiellini selected as Goodwill Ambassador of the United Nations Games
April 4, 2025 - New York, N.Y. - The United Nations Games Organizing Committee has selected Mr. Albert Pujols, along with boxing champion Manny Pacquiao and 2020 UEFA Champion Giogio Chiellini as Goodwill Ambassadors for the United Nations Games. This initiative, launched and agreed upon during the Organizing Committee meeting on 7 March 2025, is in line with United... Continue Reading >
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Advancing Educational Equity in the Dominican Republic: A Key Event at Columbia University
March 31, 2025 - On March 31, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., Columbia University (2920 Broadway, New York, NY 10027) will host a pivotal forum titled "Advancing Educational Equity in the Dominican Republic." This event will bring together distinguished experts in education to analyze and propose solutions for strengthening educational equity in the Dominican Republic. Organized by Juventud Hablemos of Columbia University and the Global... Continue Reading >
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Columbia University’s Juventud Hablemos and GFDD Co-Sponsor Sold-Out Event on the Evolution of Democracy in the Dominican Republic
February 17, 2025 - On the evening of February 17, 2025, Columbia University’s Juventud Hablemos organization, in collaboration with the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD), hosted a sold-out event titled The Evolution of Democracy. The event proved to be an engaging and impactful discussion, bringing together students, faculty, and distinguished guests for an in-depth exploration of how... Continue Reading >
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Columbia University Hosts Discussion on the Evolution of Democracy in the Dominican Republic
February 13, 2025 - New York, NY – February 13, 2025 - Columbia University is set to host an engaging discussion on The Evolution of Democracy in the Dominican Republic as part of the Juventud, Hablemos series. This special event will feature Nathanael Concepción, Director of the Dominican Political Observatory (OPD) for the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development... Continue Reading >
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“Rice: The Forgotten Issue on Marco Rubio’s agenda”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
February 10, 2025 - They discussed the rare earth issue. They touched upon the issue of narcotrafficking and corruption. They referred to the industry of semi-conductors and the Summit of the Americas. Overall, in a positive manner, they discussed our national interests relative to Haiti. Although it is possible that it was served at the lunch held at the... Continue Reading >
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“Biden’s Warning: A New Digital Oligarchy?”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
January 27, 2025 - In his farewell address to the nation, President Joe Biden warned the United States of the dangers that a concentration of power in the hands of a few ultra-rich individuals would represent, and of the dire consequences that would result from an unbridled abuse of power. These were the outgoing President’s words: “Today, an oligarchy... Continue Reading >
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“Venezuela’s Dilemma: Dialogue or Violence”, an article by Dr. Leonel Fernández
January 13, 2025 - According to a statement released by the Elysee Palace in Paris, Presidents Emmanuel Macron of France and Luiz Inacio ‘Lula’ da Silva of Brazil urged President Nicolás Maduro, after his swearing-in ceremony for a third consecutive term as president, to resume dialogue with the opposition to “facilitate the return to democracy and stability in Venezuela.”... Continue Reading >
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