David J. Kramer

Freedom House, Inc. defends human rights and promotes democratic changes in political rights and civil liberties. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The CEO of the American company is Gail Snowden.

International Republican Institute develops political parties, civic institutions, open elections, good governance and the rule of law. It programs include women’s empowerment, democratic governance, multi party political systems, civil society initiative, youth leadership programs, strengthening electoral processes and monitoring & evaluation. The company was founded by Frank J. Fahrenkopf Jr. in April 1983 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.