Democracy is about people. The work of building resilient democracies that fortify meaningful participation for all people extends beyond analysis and observation. At IFES, our staff and partners work with global and local leaders to advance anti-corruption, inclusion, and technology for democracy, as well as the integrity of elections. Watch this video for a glimpse into the impact of our work and the passion behind it. This video was created with the generous support of Sida. Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/3wNKIEi #democracy #inclusion
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems
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Vision: Democracy for a better future. Mission: Together, we build resilient democracies that deliver for all. The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) supports citizens’ right to participate in free and fair elections. Our independent expertise strengthens electoral systems and builds local capacity to deliver sustainable solutions. As the global leader in democracy promotion, we advance good governance and democratic rights by: --Providing technical assistance to election officials --Empowering the underrepresented to participate in the political process --Applying field-based research to improve the electoral cycle Since 1987, IFES has worked in over 145 countries – from developing democracies, to mature democracies.
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IFES President Tony Banbury and IFES Regional Director for Africa Clara T. Cole met with the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, and Chairman Mr. Danny Lucas, @Electoral Commission of Seychelles at the 26th Annual General Conference of the Electoral Commission’s Forum of SADC countries (ECF-SADC) This year's theme is Digitalisation and Youth Engagement in Electoral Processes in the SADC region.
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A wonderful reflection on elections in Africa in 2024, from my colleague Clara T. Cole who, along with her teams in HQ and across the continent, has worked tirelessly in support of democratic elections in the region. 🗳️🫶🏼
Reflections on this “Year of Elections” It has certainly been a YEAR! I and most other Africa election watchers are ending the year in Ghana, for the December 7, General Elections. I currently sit at the airport preparing to get on yet another airplane to head to another part of the continent, the outcome of the Ghana elections seems definitive! With this last election concluded, I have been reflecting on this ’Year of Election,’ specifically about what it looked like and what it meant for the continent. I have certainly felt fortunate to work on Africa. As many of you are aware, 2024 was labeled the ‘Year of Elections’ with more than 100 plus electoral events (presidential, parliamentary, local government, and referendums) happening across the world. A quarter of these events occurred in Africa. Elections were held in the Comoros, Senegal, South Africa, Chad, Rwanda, Mauritania, Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia, Mauritius, Ghana and then there were several by-elections or off-cycle legislative and gubernatorial elections in Nigeria. I am aware that I have left out many others, I did not intend to present an exhaustive list but simply highlight the breadth of activities on the continent in this year. In Senegal, after controversial delays, 44-year-old Bassirou Diomaya Faye became Africa’s youngest elected leader, riding a wave of frustration from a youth population facing massive unemployment. In South Africa, the ruling ANC lost it is parliamentary majority resulting in a need to form a coalition government of national unity. In Botswana, a historic shift resulting in the end of 58 years of dominance by BDP. In Mauritius, voters delivered an astonishing clean sweep, with all parliamentary seats going to the opposition coalition. In Namibia, SWAPO, the ruling party retained its majority and the country elected its first female leader, while the process and the electoral commission were heavily criticized due to delays and legal challenges. Finally, in Mozambique, two months after elections plagued by violence, allegations of fraud and manipulation, unrest and national protests continue across the country. While it is clear to many of us that an election does not equate to democracy, nonetheless an election conducted according to internationally accepted standards and norms can indicate the strength of the country’s democracy. It might seem counterintuitive due to the number of coups, transitional governments and on-going conflicts but according to recent public opinion polling, a significant proportion of the continent still prefer elections, support democracy and term limits. #Afrobarometer Nonetheless, it is also apparent that because democracy (elected leaders) has not delivered there is a growing sense of frustration. My simply take away is, to see the change that we want, we must remain engaged and continue to support and encourage those working for this change!
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As 2024 draws to a close we at the The International Foundation for Electoral Systems reflect on all the efforts over the last year to ensure the mega year of elections was not undermined by #corruption. #internationalanticorruptionday2024 #IACD2024 https://lnkd.in/eHGmEejy
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As we mark #AntiCorruptionDay, CEPPS with our core partners The International Foundation for Electoral Systems, the International Republican Institute, and the National Democratic Institute (NDI) reaffirm our commitment to work against corruption & kleptocracy. With support from USAID, CEPPS programming and research is the first defense to combat this issue.
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On International Anti-Corruption Day 2024, IFES emphasizes the critical need to counter corruption to protect election integrity and ensure trust in electoral processes. Stay tuned this week as we highlight efforts against corruption. https://bit.ly/49pae5n
Stopping the Rot: Fighting Corruption to Preserve Electoral Trust and Integrity | IFES - The International Foundation for Electoral Systems
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Day 2 of the Cyber and Information Resilience Elections Network (CIREN) meeting in Prague concluded, leaving us with valuable insights from each other's experiences in responding to cyber threats during elections across various countries. Igor Tkachenko from IFES Ukraine shared examples of proper information assessments, with reflections from Ingrid Bicu on the Romanian case and Andrii Bohdanenko Osavul on the role of AI-powered technology. Ryan M. advised on the way of proving the trustworthiness of election processes to ensure integrity and transparency. David Ghonghadze from The International Foundation for Electoral Systems presented best practices from the 2024 Georgian election, while Typhaine Roblot highlighted effective post-election judicial practices related to election technology. By leveraging the CIREN network we can all contribute to the future of the proper processing of election results and their transparency in order to gain the public's trust. To learn more about this topic, go to https://lnkd.in/eK_CNcWN #CyberSecurity #CIREN #IFES #Democracy
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Voters in Ghana are headed to the polls today for presidential and parliamentary elections. Learn more about these important elections in our #ElectionSnapshot #FAQs. https://bit.ly/4gggiiU
Election Snapshot: 2024 Ghana Presidential and Parliamentary Election
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The International Foundation for Electoral Systems reposted this
Positive Outcome Stories Series - The International Foundation for Electoral Systems: Developing a Culture of Democratic Participation among Women in Rural Tunisia Through the work of IFES and local partners, 75,000 women in rural Tunisia have been empowered to participate in political and social life. From electoral knowledge to democratic engagement, these women are leading the way for change. Discover how this initiative is transforming Tunisia’s future. #ThankYouDemocracy #WomenEmpowerment https://lnkd.in/eNTr9E_N
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