Inside Open Society: Laleh Ispahani, Open Society–United States

Democracy in the U.S. faces a serious test, says Open Society’s Laleh Ispahani. She leads our work in the U.S. and draws upon her experiences growing up in countries experiencing volatile politics to ensure a stronger, thriving democracy for all Americans. From supporting voting rights, especially for minority and young voters often excluded from participating, to the free, fair administration of elections, to bridging political divides, Laleh and her team are making investments to beat back the rising political polarization and authoritarianism that the U.S. is experiencing. Inside Open Society is a look at the leaders at the Open Society Foundations who are advancing our vision to address the world’s most urgent threats to democracy and human rights at a transformative scale. Learn more: https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/voices/topics/inside-open-society