Before Congress, IFES President and CEO Attests Success of Kenya’s Election
April 16, 2013
Bill Sweeney, President and CEO of the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), testified before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations on April 16, 2013. Representative Chris Smith, chairman of the subcommittee, presided over the hearing, "Kenya's 2013 Elections: An Effective Assistance Model?"
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IFES President and CEO Testifies on Kenya's Elections
April 15, 2013
Bill Sweeney, President and CEO of the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), will be testifying on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs’ Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations. He will speak about the assistance IFES provided to Kenya’s newly-formed Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for the March 4, 2013, general elections.
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Two Years into the Arab Spring: Islam, Elections and Democratic Transformation
April 05, 2013
In the wake of the Arab Spring, the international community watched as popular Islamic political parties began to take shape. The history and diversity of Islamic political parties and the role Islam could play in the democratic transformation of the Arab World was often left out of the commentary. The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) and the International Council for Middle East Studies (ICMES) hosted a discussion on the rise and trajectory of Islamist political parties after the Arab Spring. Panelists discuss the influence of Islamists on the development of the constitution and legal framework, and the role of Islam in the political evolution of the MENA region.
Engaging Citizens for Stronger Democracies
February 28, 2013
An informed and engaged citizenry is a vital component of a healthy, resilient democracy. While a variety of tools exist to encourage individuals to learn about and partake in the political process, the local culture must be considered in order for these tools to be truly effective. Citizens must also develop the skills to be active participants in democratic society more broadly. Watch a discussion on why citizen participation matters and the most effective ways of engaging individuals in different regions of the globe to exercise their rights in democratic societies.
IFES Welcomes Two New Board Members
February 26, 2013
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) today announced the election of U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.) and former U.S. Representative Heather Ann Wilson (R-N.M.) to its board of directors. The additions bring the total number of board members to 24.
IFES Welcomes New Secretary of State
February 04, 2013
As John Kerry begins his tenure as U.S. Secretary of State, we look forward to working with him in advancing democracy and individual rights so citizens around the world are empowered to have a voice in the way they are governed.
IFES Welcomes New Secretary of State
February 04, 2013
As John Kerry begins his tenure as U.S. Secretary of State, we look forward to working with him in advancing democracy and individual rights so citizens around the world are empowered to have a voice in the way they are governed.
Remembering IFES’ Founder
January 09, 2013
January 9, 2013, marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of F. Clifton White, the visionary who founded IFES in 1987 after identifying a need to provide electoral assistance to emerging countries around the world.
IFES 2012: 25 Years of Supporting Democracy
December 12, 2012
This year, IFES celebrated its silver anniversary. As with any anniversary, this year prompted us to look back and ask what has been accomplished and what remains to be done.