Focus Groups Capture Voters’ Perspectives on Libya's First Poll

March 21, 2013

All Citizen Participation, All Inclusion and Empowerment

Libyan Women Advocate for Inclusion in New Political System with IFES Support

March 21, 2013

The next chapter for Libya's transition is the development of a new constitution. The role of women in the constitutional drafting process is instrumental to securing their inclusion in future decision making processes and will enhance the legitimacy of Libya’s new political system.

Women's Empowerment, All Inclusion and Empowerment

IFES Hosts First-Ever BRIDGE Training in Libya

January 11, 2013

IFES hosted the first-ever Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections (BRIDGE) trainings in Libya from January 7-10. Three sessions were held simultaneously—two in Tripoli and one in Sabha—to introduce representatives from civil society organizations to both the BRIDGE methodology and electoral processes in Libya.

Capacity Building, All Citizen Participation

Statement by IFES President and CEO Bill Sweeney on the Death of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens

September 13, 2012

IFES offers its condolences to the families of the victims of the attacks in Benghazi on behalf of all our colleagues around the world. We remember the lives of those we lost and keep them in our thoughts and prayers.

In Libya, Facebook Page to Keep Citizens Informed

August 28, 2012

To facilitate the flow of information on elections, IFES helped Libya's High National Election Commission (HNEC) create a Facebook page so the commission could communicate and engage directly with media, the public and interested stakeholders.

Voter Information, All Citizen Participation

Libyans Vote in First Post-Gaddafi Election

July 17, 2012

On July 7, 2012, Libya took a major step on its path to democracy when it conducted elections for General National Congress, the body that is replacing the current unelected National Transitional Council. Despite dealing with a short timeframe to implement the poll and a challenging security environment, the event was considered a success. Election Day was a joyful occasion as citizens lined up to cast their ballots in the first poll since Mu'amar Gaddafi was deposed.

Elections, Post-conflict, Governance

IFES' Kehailia Participates in Libya Talk at the Atlantic Council

July 11, 2012

To gain a deeper understating of Libya's historic July 7, 2012, election, the Atlantic Council's Rafik Hariri Center for the Middle East held a panel discussion with Libya experts on July 11.

Pride and Joy: Libya’s First Post-Gaddafi Election

July 09, 2012

On July 7, 2012, Libya held the first election since the end of Mu'amar Gaddafi's 42-year rule. Ian Smith, IFES chief of party in Libya, answers some questions on the historic election.

All Election Management

Elections in Libya: July 7 General National Congress Elections

June 28, 2012

From July 3-7, the Libyan diaspora will cast their ballots in the first national election since the fall of former leader Mu’amar Gaddafi. On July 7, Libyans in country will participate in directly electing their country's leadership.

Resources on Libya's July 7 General National Congress Elections

June 22, 2012

Elections, Civic Education