Sept. 3, 2010
Carter Center Congratulates Liberia on Passage of Freedom of Information Bill
The Carter Center congratulates the Liberian National Legislature for its unanimous passage of the Freedom of Information (FOI) bill.  The Carter Center also commends the FOI Consortium, comprised of representatives of more than 10 civil society organizations and government agencies including the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism, for its commitment to advancing the right of access to information in Liberia.

Sept. 2, 2010
Carter Center Condemns West Bank Attacks
The Carter Center condemns the recent attacks in the West Bank resulting in four murdered and two injured Israeli settlers. The military wing of Hamas has assumed responsibility.

Aug. 26, 2010
Statement from The Carter Center on President Carter's Mission to North Korea
Former President Jimmy Carter announced that he is leaving Pyongyang, North Korea, this morning accompanied by Mr. Aijalon Mahli Gomes.  Mr. Gomes was imprisoned in January of this year and later sentenced to eight years of hard labor with a fine of about $600,000 for the crime of illegal entry into North Korea. At the request of President Carter, and for humanitarian purposes, Mr. Gomes was granted amnesty by the Chairman of the National Defense Commission, Kim Jong-Il.

Aug. 19, 2010
Jimmy Carter Featured in Two Independent Documentaries Screening at The Carter Center on August 21
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter is featured in two independently produced documentaries screening at The Carter Center as part of DocuFest Atlanta's 5th annual, five-day international film festival.  Beginning at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21, take a rare inside look at the challenges facing Carter Center health workers in remote, impoverished areas as they eradicate an alien-like disease in the premier of "Foul Water / Fiery Serpent."

Aug. 16, 2010
Carter Center Launches First of its Kind Database to Support Democratic Elections
The Carter Center this week launched the Database of Obligations for Democratic Elections, the first of its kind to consolidate more than 150 sources of international law related to human rights and elections that can be used by international and domestic election observers to assess elections. The database represents a critical step in building consensus toward a single common set of internationally accepted criteria for assessing democratic elections.

Aug. 4, 2010
Carter Center Experts and Partners Chronicle "Nigeria's Triumph" Over Ancient Guinea Worm Disease in American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene Article
In the August 2010 issue of the American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, a new paper co-authored by experts from the Nigeria Ministry of Health, The Carter Center, and the World Health Organization, details Nigeria's historic triumph over many challenges to successfully eliminate the ancient waterborne plague Guinea worm disease (also known as dracunculiasis).

July 24, 2010
The Carter Center Welcomes Preparation for Guinea's Presidential Run-off Election Despite Operational Flaws in Results Process (En anglais et en français)
The Carter Center congratulates all Guinean presidential candidates and commends that the settlement of election disputes brought to the attention of the Supreme Court has been
accepted by all parties.

July 22, 2010
Carter Center Calls for End to East Jerusalem Deportations, Respect for International Law
The Carter Center expresses deep concern about the revocation of Jerusalem residency rights for three members of the Palestinian Legislative Council (PLC): Muhammad Abu-Teir, Ahmad Attoun, and Muhammad Totah, as well as the former Palestinian Minister of Jerusalem Affairs Khaled Abu Arafeh.

July 9, 2010
The Carter Center Awards 2010-2011 Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism
After a highly competitive selection process, the Carter Center's Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism, one of the only journalism fellowships exclusively for mental health, announced today the winners of its 2010-2011 awards.

July 7, 2010
Statement from former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on Juanita Kreps
Rosalynn and I were saddened to learn of Juanita Kreps' passing and extend our thoughts and prayers to her family.

June 29, 2010 
The Carter Center Commends Guinea's Historical Election; Urges Continued Calm in the Post-Election Period (Preliminary Statement, En anglais et en français)
The June 27, 2010, elections represented an important political opening for the people of Guinea.  These were the first elections to be held in Guinea without an incumbent candidate, which increased political space and the opportunity for participation by all sectors of society.

June 22, 2010
General Yakubu Gowon to Lead Carter Center Delegation to Observe Guinea's June 27 Elections (En anglais et en français)
The Carter Center announced today that General Dr. Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria's former head of state, will co-lead the Center's international election observation delegation to Guinea along with Dr. John Stremlau, Carter Center vice president for peace programs. The Carter Center mission will also include more than 30 observers representing over 15 different nations deployed throughout the country.

June 22, 2010
Carter Center: Land Commitments in Nepal's Peace Process Only Partially Fulfilled (कृपया नेपालीमा पढ्नुहोस्)
In a report released today, The Carter Center has found that the Maoists and successive governments have each only partially fulfilled land commitments as outlined in the November 2006 Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and subsequent agreements. In those accords, the Maoists committed to return land seized during the conflict and the then-Seven Party Alliance government committed to formulate policies for scientific land reform.

June 21, 2010
Carter Center Appoints New Members to Board of Councilors
The Carter Center, a not-for-profit organization advancing peace and health worldwide, recently appointed 18 new members to its Board of Councilors, bringing its total membership to 228.

June 21, 2010
Carter Center Encouraged by Electoral Campaign in Guinea;  Urges Steps on Electoral Preparations and Voter Education (En anglais et en français)
The Carter Center observation mission in Guinea is encouraged by the positive tone of the electoral campaign in Guinea, including candidates' messages promoting reconciliation and transcending ethnic boundaries, and by the National Electoral Commission's (CENI) commitment to inclusive elections.

June 4, 2010
Carter Center Statement on the Death of Floribert Chebeya Bahizire
The Carter Center is deeply saddened by the death of leading Congolese human rights defender Floribert Chebeya Bahizire and calls upon the U.N. Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to undertake an immediate and independent investigation of the circumstances surrounding his death on Wednesday, June 2.

June 2, 2010
Carter Center Calls on the International Community to End the Siege of Gaza (النص العربي يتبع)
The Carter Center expresses deep regret for the loss of life and condemns the unprovoked and illegal Israeli assault on the humanitarian Gaza aid flotilla in international waters.


May 24, 2010
Carter Center Launches Election Observation Mission to Guinea (En anglais et en français)
The Carter Center will deploy eight long-term observers throughout Guinea this week to formally launch its international election observation mission of the country's June 27 elections.  The mission is supported by an office in Conakry, which was established in mid-May and led by Field Office Representative John Koogler.

May 14, 2010
Carter Center Launches Local Dispute Management Program in Liberia
The Carter Center is launching an 18-month USAID-funded project to strengthen the capacity of Liberia's local indigenous leaders to manage local disputes, as well as to provide the officers of the National Traditional Council enhanced ability to respond to major disputes.  The project is implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Traditional Council.

May 10, 2010
Carter Center Reports Widespread Irregularities in Sudan's Vote Tabulation and Strongly Urges Steps to Increase Transparency (عربي )
In a statement released today, The Carter Center reported that based on its direct observations, Sudan's vote tabulation process was highly chaotic, non-transparent, and vulnerable to electoral manipulation. As a result, the Center is concerned about the accuracy of the preliminary results announced by the National Elections Commission (NEC), as procedures and safeguards intended to ensure accuracy and transparency have not been systematically applied and in some areas have been routinely bypassed.

April 22, 2010
Friends of The Inter-American Democratic Charter Issue Statement on Crisis in Nicaragua (English and En Español)
The decision last year by a part of the Nicaraguan Supreme Court to declare unconstitutional article 147 prohibiting consecutive re-election in the 1995 Constitution allowed President Daniel Ortega to propose his candidacy for reelection in 2011.  Equally troubling was the January 2010 executive decree which extended the terms of congressionally appointed state authorities, including members of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal and Supreme Court.

April 17, 2010
The Carter Center Election Observation Mission in Sudan Presidential, Gubernatorial, and Legislative Elections, April 2010 ( عربي)
The Carter Center commends the Sudanese people for the generally peaceful polling process to date and urges that the remaining stages of counting, tabulation, and posting of results be carried out transparently and accurately. In addition, the limited political opening around the elections should be expanded to ensure respect for Sudan's constitutional human rights and fundamental freedoms, and leaders from all parties should engage in genuine dialogue to address the key challenges facing Sudan.

April 9, 2010
The Carter Center Calls on Cote d'Ivoire Political Leaders to Keep Election Preparations on Track (En anglais et en français)
The Carter Center calls on political leaders in Cote d'Ivoire to renew their commitment to genuine democratic elections and ensure necessary steps are taken to realize that goal as soon as possible.  Cote d'Ivoire has made important strides to keep the peace process on track, but further delay could reverse those achievements.

April 8, 2010
Jimmy Carter to Lead Carter Center Delegation to Observe Sudan Elections
The Carter Center announced today that former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, former Algerian Foreign Minister and member of the Elders Lakhdar Brahimi, Judge Joseph Warioba, and Carter Center President and CEO Dr. John Hardman will lead the Center's international election observation delegation to observe Sudan's April 2010 elections.

March 22, 2010
Statement by Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on the Death of Girija Prasad Koirala
(कृपया नेपालीमा पढ्नुहोस्)
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter sends his sincere condolences on the passing of Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala.

March 21, 2010
Statement by Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter On the Death of Liz Carpenter
Rosalynn and I are saddened to learn of the death of Liz Carpenter, who was the assistant secretary of education for public affairs during my administration.

March 18, 2010
Carter Center Welcomes Sudan's Elections Campaign, Urges Steps to Ensure Open and Inclusive Process
In its latest statement on Sudan's electoral process, The Carter Center notes that while much has been achieved in organizing the 2010 elections, the country's first competitive elections since 1986, the process remains at risk on multiple fronts including the ability of candidates to campaign freely and the impact of delayed logistical preparations by the National Elections Commission (NEC).


March 5, 2010
Carter Center Condemns Attacks on Journalists in Nepal
The Carter Center expresses serious concern about the growing incidence of threats and attacks on media personnel in Nepal.


March 4, 2010
Plan of Action to Advance the Right of Access to Information in Africa Released Today
Participants from the African Regional Conference on the Right of Access to Information today released the Regional Findings and Plan of Action to advance the right in Africa.

March 2, 2010
Statement From The Carter Center on Earthquake in Chile
President and Mrs. Carter and the staff of The Carter Center express our deep sympathy for those affected by the earthquake in Chile.


March 1, 2010
Ecuador Becomes Second Country in the Americas to Halt River Blindness Transmission – Carter Center Hails Major Step Forward in Campaign to Rid Americas of Parasitic Infection by 2012; Urges Intensified Efforts in the Four Remaining Endemic Countries (English and En Español)
Carter Center experts congratulate the people of Ecuador for breaking transmission of the blinding parasitic disease river blindness, or onchocerciasis. Ecuador is the second nation in the Americas after Colombia (in 2008) to stop the transmission of this debilitating, yet preventable affliction on a countrywide basis, according to officials of the Ministry of Health of Ecuador and the Onchocerciasis Elimination Program in the Americas (OEPA).

Feb. 28, 2010
Winter Weekend Auction Raises $1,322,300 for Carter Center Peace and Health Programs
The Carter Center's annual Winter Weekend auction, held Feb. 27 at Port St. Lucie, Fla., raised $1,322,300 to benefit the not-for-profit Center's initiatives to advance peace and health worldwide.

Feb. 22, 2010
Carter Center - Nepalis Want New Constitution to Promote Decentralization and Equality
According to a Carter Center report released today, Nepalis expect their new constitution to provide peace, security, and address basic needs.  They support measures to promote equality, inclusivity, and education for all; end discrimination; uplift disadvantaged communities; and improve access to the state and justice system.

Feb. 18, 2010
2010-2011 Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism: Applications Being Accepted
Applications from U.S. residents are now being accepted for six one-year journalism fellowships with the Carter Center's Mental Health Program. These fellowships aim to enhance public understanding of mental health issues and reduce stigma and discrimination against people with mental illnesses through balanced and accurate reporting.

Feb. 11, 2010
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Visits Last Stronghold of Guinea Worm Disease in Southern Sudan:
In the dusty and remote village of Molujore, Terekeka County, Southern Sudan, food shortages are common, insecurity lingers, and survival is a daily struggle. Yet, important progress is being made in the effort to wipe out Guinea worm disease, resulting in the community being singled out for a visit from former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, Central Equatoria State Governor Clement Wani Konga, and Commissioner Clement Maring Samuel today to urge intensification of efforts to wipe out the waterborne parasitic infection during the next transmission season beginning in April.

Feb. 11, 2010
Kenneth Byers Appointed Chair of Carter Center Board of Councilors
Kenneth G. Byers, Jr., president of Byers Engineering Company, has been appointed chair of the Carter Center's Board of Councilors for 2010. The board is comprised of 221 members, who serve as a leadership advisory group that promotes understanding among opinion leaders and the broader community of The Carter Center and its activities.

Feb. 11, 2010
Rare Presidential and Sports Memorabilia To Be Auctioned to Benefit Carter Center
Original artwork by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, a baseball signed by five presidents, a behind-the-scenes tour of Delta Air Lines, and historic memorabilia from the Carter presidential campaign are among nearly 180 items up for public auction in Port St. Lucie, Fla. on Feb. 27, 2010, during the Carter Center's annual Winter Weekend celebration.

Feb. 3, 2010
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter to View Major Progress Against Guinea Worm Disease in Sudan
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, will travel to the world's most Guinea worm-endemic country—Sudan—Feb. 9-12, 2010, to personally appeal for completing eradication of the crippling waterborne parasite as soon as possible and to urge peace and stability in the nation as it prepares for its first multi-party elections in 24 years in April, which the Carter Center's international election observation team will monitor.

Feb. 1, 2010
Jimmy Carter to Lead Conference to Advance Right of Access to Information in Africa
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter will lead the African Regional Conference on the Right of Access to Information Feb. 7-9, in Accra, Ghana, hosted by The Carter Center and its partners in Africa.

Jan. 26, 2010
Carter Center Calls Upon All Palestinian Authorities and Political Parties to Allow Unhindered Participation in the Political Process
The Carter Center hopes to observe presidential and legislative elections in Palestine, but will only consider the opportunity if the democratic principles and fundamental freedoms required for genuine and inclusive elections across the West Bank and Gaza are met.

Jan. 20, 2010
Carter Center Calls for Objective and Transparent Resolution of Fraud Allegations in Cote D'Ivoire Election Preparations (En anglais et en français)
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, responding to recent allegations of attempted fraud in Cote d'Ivoire's election preparations, called for an objective and transparent resolution of the issue, noting that the claims "should not be used to discredit the other important achievements, to delay unduly the election, or to challenge previous political agreements that serve as the basis to conduct the elections."

Jan. 17, 2010
Statement From The Carter Center on Earthquake in Haiti
President and Mrs. Carter and the staff of The Carter Center are saddened at the devastation and loss of life in Haiti.