Welcome to the Homepage of the Alliance for Democracy in Africa (ADA)

Based on the Cmpus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., the United States Chapter of the Alliance for Democracy in Africa (ADA) is an independent nonprofit, nongovernmental, tax exempt 501(c)(3) membership organization that is dedicated to promoting democracy by encouraging Africans, particularly women and children, to internalize and practise democratic values in their societies. The organization was founded in May 2000 and opened a West Africa Regional Office in The Gambia in June 2001.

Upcoming Events

ALLIANCE FOR DEMOCRACY IN AFRICA Check out our Recent Events page for news on ADA's radio shows on Radio Gambia, as well as ADA's activities in Civic Education Special Announcement The following International Conference will be organised by ADA: "GOOD GOVERNANCE AND BUSINESS ARE ESSENTIAL FACTORS TO DEVELOPMENT" Conference Objectives: To identify specific areas in which business communities can contribute to good governance and development in Africa To encourage the involvement of key actors in governance which is seen as critical to the realization of effective and successful conflict resolution and disaster management in Africa. December 15-17, 2010 Location: Paradise Suites Hotel, Kololi, The Gambia Conference Chairman: Mr. Alieu Darboe, Chairman, Board of Directors, ADA--The Gambia Chapter Registration fees: Individual: US$50.00; Institution/Organization: US$200 More information will be provided on this website soon.