دور المجتمع المدني في استدامة الديمقراطية

الملخص EN

One of the often raised questions concerning democratization and democratic consolidation in emerging democracies is how to make democratic consolidation possible; civil society organizations are accepted by scholars of democratization as an essential component.

They can play a role in checking, monitoring and restraining the exercise of power by the state and holding it accountable.

Making the elites and the mass public more committed to democracy by disseminating democratic principles and ideas.

Organizations that are involved specifically in the protection of civil rights and freedoms, as well as political reform, can be particularly important in this regard.

Another role civil society organizations play in consolidating democracy is by stimulating political participation to protect their own interests.

Through these efforts, governments can become more accountable and responsive to the people’s needs, and the elites and the mass public will be more committed to democracy.

Hence, democratic consolidation will be achieved.