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Redefining Boundaries
The integrity of an election is dependent on a range of factors, including the quality and credibility of the election administration. However, decisions made long before Election Day can also have a huge impact on the outcome of the vote. A salient example is the process of drawing boundaries for electoral units (e.g., districts, states and precincts).
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Georgia PSA: Independent Person -- Free Choice
To this end, IFES supported the Coalition for Independent Living's (CIL) voter motivation and education campaign. This umbrella group of over 25 disabled persons' organizations produced a public service announcement targeting voters with disabilities, which explains the importance of participation and provides an overview of the services available for those requiring additional assistance ahead of and on Election Day.
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A Milestone for Georgian Democracy: the 2013 Presidential Elections
On October 27, 2013, Georgia held presidential elections. These polls were peaceful and the results were largely accepted. This vote also resulted in the nation's second consecutive peaceful transfer of power through the ballot box, marking a historic day for all Georgians and an important step in the nation’s democratic development.
The gallery captures highlights from the pre-election period and Election Day.
The gallery captures highlights from the pre-election period and Election Day.
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Kosovo’s Pivotal Elections
On November 3, Kosovo held elections for municipal mayors and assembly deputies in all 38 districts of the country. IFES Chief of Party in Kosovo Alan Wall answers some questions about the election.
Election FAQ
Elections in Kosovo: November 3 Local Elections
On Sunday, November 3, Kosovars head to the polls to elect municipal mayors and assembly deputies in all 38 districts of Kosovo. IFES' frequently asked questions (FAQs) Elections in Kosovo: November 3 Local Elections shed light on the polls.
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Interview/Speech/Testimony
Making History: 2013 Presidential Elections in Georgia
Georgia held presidential elections on October 27, 2013. Over 1.6 million voters visited 3,741 polling stations in Georgia and 52 polling stations abroad to elect the next President for a five-year mandate. Nermin Nisic, IFES Chief of Party in Georgia, speaks to us about Election Day and what comes next.
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Inclusion of Marginalized Communities in Georgia
For many years, non-Georgian speaking regions of the country have been disenfranchised, as election information has been historically distributed only in the Georgian language. This podcast features Anthony Bowyer, IFES Senior Program Manager for the Caucasus and Central Asia as he stresses the importance of giving a voice to these communities, and steps the election commission of Georgia is taking to increase representation.
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Fact Sheet: Presidential Elections in Pakistan
The President of Pakistan is the ceremonial head of the country, with the role of representing the unity of the Republic.
June 24, 2013
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Brochure/Fact Sheet
Fact Sheet: Provincial Assemblies
The Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan (1973) envisages a federal parliamentary form of government with autonomy for the four provinces, with each province having its own elected Provincial Assembly.
June 24, 2013
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Brochure/Fact Sheet
Fact Sheet: Nomination Process in Pakistan
The Election Commission of Pakistan must publish the official schedule for elections to the National and/or Provincial Assemblies in the National Gazette no more than 30 days after the President announces the election date(s).
June 24, 2013