RACHED GHANNOUCHI'S
LIFE & CAREER

Writings

Democracy & Human Rights in Islam

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On Muslim Democracy: Essays and Dialogues

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Public Freedoms in the Islamic State

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Articles

Articles by R. Ghannouchi

21 Feb 2023

A Return to Democracy is the Only Way Out for Tunisia

Only an inclusive national dialogue will return Tunisia to a democratic path and save its economy. The historically low turnout at the parliamentary elections is further evidence of the failure of President Kais Saied's roadmap, which is leading the country to economic and political collapse, writes Rached Ghannouchi.

Articles by R. Ghannouchi

20 Aug 2021

Now More Than Ever – Tunisia’s Democracy Needs Its Friends

After the President's decision in July to suspend parliament, Tunisia's democracy needs support from the EU and other international allies, writes Rached Ghannouchi. Rached Ghannouchi is the speaker of Tunisia's parliament and the leader of the moderate Islamist Ennahda party. President Kais Saied’s announcement of the suspension of Parliament, the dismissal of the Prime Minister and the take-over of the office of national prosecutor on 25 July is nothing short of unconstitutional.

Articles by R. Ghannouchi

19 Aug 2016

From Political Islam to Muslim Democracy

Ennahda, one of the most influential political parties in the Arab world and a major force in Tunisia’s emergence as a democracy, recently announced a historic transition. Ennahda has moved beyond its origins as an Islamist party and has fully embraced a new identity as a party of Muslim democrats. The organization, which I co-founded in the 1980s, is no longer both a political party and a social movement. It has ended all of its cultural and religious activities and now focuses only on politics.

Articles by R. Ghannouchi

28 Oct 2013

Tunisians Must Choose Ballots over Bullets if We Are to Secure the Revolution

At this critical moment in our history, Tunisia continues its struggle to secure its revolution. Ranged against it are the repeated attempts to abort not only its dreams of freedom and dignity but the dream of the whole of the Arab spring. In other Arab countries, the march towards freedom has already been violently repressed or derailed. Although the last three months have brought successive political crises in Tunisia, these have been overcome through consensus-building, making the Tunisian model the repository of hope for supporters of democracy in the region and beyond.

Articles by R. Ghannouchi

13 Jan 2013

We are Building a Tunisia for All

On Monday, Tunisia celebrates the second anniversary of its uprising against dictatorship. Through the sacrifices of generations of Tunisians, our country is now engaged in establishing a democratic society. It is a difficult and complex process, but it is inevitable.

Articles by R. Ghannouchi

17 Oct 2011

A Day to inspire All Tunisians – Whether Islamic or Secular

Tunisia is days away from its first elections for a national constituent assembly. Despite delays and obstructions, Tunisians anticipate 23 October with immense hope – a date that is the culmination of their revolution, of the struggle of generations of women and men of diverse political and intellectual persuasions against despotism and for freedom, equality and dignity.

Research & Publishing

Through research and publication, the Ghannouchi Foundation ensures that debates are informed by the most relevant insight and up-to-date data.

1. Promotion of Writings:
Facilitate the publication and distribution of Ghannouchi’s writings, including books, articles, and essays, in both Arabic and international languages. This involves partnering with publishers and bookstores.

2. Support for Academic Research:
Grant program to support academic research that explores Ghannouchi’s ideas. Fellowships and scholarships for students and researchers specializing in Muslim democracy.

3. Research Publications:
Publish reports and studies on human rights issues in Tunisia, and make recommendations for policy improvements based on evidence.

Events & Training

Through research and publication, the Ghannouchi Foundation ensures that debates are informed by the most relevant insight and up-to-date data.

1. Educational Outreach: Develop educational materials and curricula that incorporate Ghannouchi’s writings and ideas. Organize public lectures and workshops featuring scholars and experts who can discuss and expand on Ghannouchi’s contributions to the discourse on democracy and human rights in Islam.

2. Training Workshops: Organize workshops and seminars on democratic principles, human rights, and advocacy techniques, tailored to local needs and contexts in the Muslim and Arab worlds.

3. Community Outreach: Implement community-based projects that encourage dialogue and participation in democratic processes, including town hall meetings, public forums, and educational initiatives.