OVERVIEW
USAID works with civil society organizations, Tunisian institutions, youth, and other stakeholders to strengthen Tunisia’s democratic systems and processes, encourage diverse citizen participation and engagement, and promote positive youth development. USAID’s Democracy and Governance program helps advance democratic values by promoting the inclusion of traditionally underserved areas of Tunisia, providing civic and voter education, encouraging evidence-based policies, strengthening independent media, and supporting citizen oversight initiatives.
CURRENT ACTIVITIES
MA3AN (“TOGETHER” IN ARABIC)
2018-2025 • $59.5 million • FHI360
Ma3an improves youth access to skills, services, and opportunities for civic engagement and economic empowerment. It supports Tunisian youth to lead and meaningfully participate in activities to address youth and community priorities.
TUNISIA POLITICAL TRANSITIONS PROJECT (PTP)
2020-2025 • $29 million • IFES, NDI, IRI, and Internews
PTP supports civil society organizations, independent media, and key institutions to increase public trust and encourage inclusive participation in political processes.
NASSEEJ (“INTERWOVEN” IN ARABIC)
2023-2028 • $25 million • Democracy International
Nasseej empowers Tunisian citizens to advocate for advancing Tunisia’s development at local, regional, and national levels and strengthening the legitimacy and sustainability of civil society.
LOCAL SOLUTIONS TO ENVIRONMENTAL CRISES
2023-2025 • $5 million • United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
This activity improves the effectiveness of existing local governance structures and develops the technical capacity of civil society organizations and grassroots activists to address climate and environmental issues.
IMPACT
- Since 2016, USAID/Tunisia has helped educate over 2 million voters, partnering with civil society organizations to carry out civic and voter campaigns. This work has helped increase civic participation, especially among women, youth, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups.
- USAID/Tunisia has recruited and trained over 5,000 youth across the country as local leaders who successfully advocate with municipal leaders, the private sector, and local CSOs to address youth priorities. Through youth advocacy, USAID has reached over 75,000 young people who benefit from increased access to resources through 125 refurbished and equipped safe spaces and a more concrete understanding of civic engagement.
