Recent U.S. foreign aid cuts reduced funding for an NGO in Ukraine by 50%, stalling three core initiatives critical to Ukraine’s alignment with European democratic standards. These include decentralization reform, judicial reform, and legal frameworks for local governance.

Date: 11/25

Region: Europe & Central Asia

Country: Ukraine

Topic: Peacebuilding & Stabilization, Governance & Rights

Policy Lens: Democracy & Governance

Additional Context: This NGO in Ukraine exists to safeguard democratic institutions and drive reforms essential to Ukraine’s European integration. With a mission rooted in strengthening governance, advancing reforms, and mobilizing civil society, the organization has delivered proven technical expertise and policy development across the social, economic, and political spheres.

This information was included in a November 2025 report, "When Aid Fades: Impacts and Pathways for the Global Democracy Ecosystem." Information for this report was gathered from quantitative data on U.S. foreign assistance cuts; quantitative and qualitative data from two surveys that focus on democracy, rights, and governance; key informant interviews; and a desk review. The full report can be found here

Source: Global Democracy Coalition, International IDEA, International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)