Tools & Resources
Filter by
Type
Publication date
Language
Type
Publication date
Language
News & Updates
Feature
Violence Against Women in the Workplace: A Conversation on Capitol Hill
On November 15, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Tex.) and IFES organized a briefing to discuss violence against women in the workplace on Capitol Hill. Taking a cross-cutting perspective on the topic, the event explored diverse workplaces – from wealthy and powerful workplaces in Hollywood and in Congress, to low-income factory and agricultural workers around the United States and the developing world. The event also looked at VAW in the workplace across global regions, ethnic, religious and racial lines. The next briefing will take place on January 17, 2018, discussing “Ending Harmful Practices.”
Election FAQ
Elections in Honduras: 2017 General Elections
On November 26, Hondurans will vote in general elections for regional, national and local officials. To help you understand this important electoral process, the IFES provides Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Elections in Honduras: 2017 General Elections. IFES FAQs include:What is the election management body? What are its powers?What provisions are in place to promote gender equity in Honduras?How will voters with disabilities cast their ballots?How will election disputes be adjudicated?
News & Updates
Feature
New Program Will Engage Young Dominican Leaders with Disabilities
IFES announces its new program, in partnership with local disabled people’s organization Disability Alliance for Our Rights, “Promoting the Political Leadership of Youth with Disabilities in the Dominican Republic.” The program, made possible through the support of the United States Agency for International Development Disability Fund, will empower young persons with disabilities to make a difference in their communities by taking a more active role in political life.
News & Updates
Feature
Guatemalan National Disability Council Proposes Electoral Law Reform to Increase Access
On October 31, the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (CONADI) presented proposed reforms to the Elections and Political Parties Law (LEPP) to the Congressional Disabilities Affairs Committee and to the Board of Magistrates of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE). IFES provided technical assistance and key thematic inputs to CONADI throughout the process of drafting recommended updates to the LEPP.
News & Updates
Interview/Speech/Testimony
MENA Director Testifies on Capitol Hill on “Democracy and Governance in the Middle East and North Africa”
On November 7, 2017, IFES Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa Zeinab Abdelkarim provided testimony to the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East and North Africa. She was invited to speak to Members of Congress about “Democracy and Governance in the Middle East and North Africa,” in particular about impediments to reforms and what Congress and the administration can do to better achieve democracy and governance goals in the region.
News & Updates
Feature
Video: IFES' 2017 Charles T. Manatt Democracy and Joe C. Baxter Awards
On October 2, the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) held its Eighth Annual Charles T. Manatt Democracy Awards and 2017 Joe C. Baxter Award ceremony in Washington D.C. This year’s Democracy Awards honorees were His Excellency Luis Almagro, secretary general of the Organization of American States, former IFES Board of Directors Vice Chair Judy Black (R), and Congressman David Price (D-N.C.). The Baxter Award recipient was Tamar Zhvania, chairwoman of the Central Election Commission of Georgia.
News & Updates
Feature
Photo Gallery: IFES' 2017 Charles T. Manatt Democracy and Joe C. Baxter Awards Highlights
On October 2, the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) held its Eighth Annual Charles T. Manatt Democracy Awards and 2017 Joe C. Baxter Award ceremony in Washington D.C. This year’s Democracy Awards honorees were His Excellency Luis Almagro, secretary general of the Organization of American States, former IFES Board of Directors Vice Chair Judy Black (R), and Congressman David Price (D-N.C.). The Baxter Award recipient was Tamar Zhvania, chairwoman of the Central Election Commission of Georgia.
News & Updates
Feature
IFES Celebrates 30th Anniversary with 2017 Charles T. Manatt Democracy and Joe C. Baxter Awards
On October 2, IFES held its Eighth Annual Charles T. Manatt Democracy and 2017 Joe C. Baxter Awards at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington, D.C. This year’s awardees included His Excellency Luis Almagro, secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), former IFES Board Vice Chair Judy Black (R), Congressman David Price (D-N.C.), and Joe C. Baxter awardee Tamar Zhvania, chairwoman of the Central Election Commission of Georgia.
News & Updates
Feature
Reflecting on Democratic Progress on International Day of Democracy
In 2007, the United Nations declared September 15 International Day of Democracy, with the aim of promoting and protecting democratic principles. At IFES, we have supported these principles for three decades, working to ensure that every voice has a vote. As we celebrate International Day of Democracy, our regional directors provide an overview of the important democratic trends and challenges, as well as the opportunities, from their respective regions.
News & Updates
Press Release
IFES Announces U.S. Recipients of 2017 Democracy Award
IFES will honor former IFES Board of Directors Vice Chair Judy Black (R) and Congressman David Price (D-N.C.) with its 2017 Charles T. Manatt Democracy Award. They will be joined by the international recipient of the 2017 Charles T. Manatt Democracy Award, His Excellency Luis Almagro, secretary general of the Organization of American States (OAS), and Tamar Zhvania, chairwoman of the Central Election Commission (CEC) of Georgia and the 2017 Joe C. Baxter Award honoree.