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July 16, 2013 -
Video
"Sudan's President One Step Ahead of a Suit and a Warrant"
From The New York Times Read More
February 16, 2012 -
Article
MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions: Past Recipients
Since 2006, MacArthur has recognized and awarded over 50 organizations for their innovative approaches to solving problems across the Foundation's programs. Read More
October 28, 2010 -
From the field
New State Law in Nigeria Improves Legal Rights for Suspects
A new law adopted last month by the Anambra State government in Nigeria includes reforms of the criminal justice system recommended by MacArthur grantee the Legal Defense and Assistance Project. Read More
March 1, 2009 -
Publication
The MacArthur Foundation in Nigeria: Report on Activities
In this report:
President’s Essay
Strengthening Nigerian Universities
Building Research Capacity: Spotlight on Four Nigerian Universities
Improving Sexual & Reproductive Health
Helping Adolescents Make Informed Decisions: Action Health Incorporated
Advancing Human Rights
Building Police Accountability, Strengthening ... Read More
June 12, 2008 -
Speech
Remarks by Jonathan F. Fanton at the Awards Ceremony for Recipients of the MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton recognizes the eight diverse organizations awarded the 2008 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions. Read More
April 10, 2008 -
Press release
MacArthur Announces 2008 Winners of Award for Creative and Effective Institutions
Continuing its tradition of encouraging creativity and building effective institutions to help address some of the world’s most challenging problems, MacArthur announced today that eight organizations in six countries will receive the MacArthur Award for ... Read More