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Turning the Page: Malians Vote for a New President
On July 28, Malians cast ballots for their next President. This was the first nationwide poll under a new constitution adopted after a March 2012 coup d’état that overthrew then President Amadou Toumanu Touré.
This election is considered an important next step in Mali’s return to democracy.
Stephanie Buell, IFES Program Coordinator for Francophone West Africa, provides a look at Election Day from Bamako.
This election is considered an important next step in Mali’s return to democracy.
Stephanie Buell, IFES Program Coordinator for Francophone West Africa, provides a look at Election Day from Bamako.
Election FAQ
Elections in Mali: July 28 Presidential Elections
On Sunday, Malian voters will cast ballots for President of the Republic. The election is considered an important next step in the nation’s return to democracy after a widely-condemned coup d’état that overthrew the government in early 2012. IFES' frequently asked questions (FAQs) Elections in Mali: July 28 Presidential Elections sheds light on this important poll.
Election FAQ
Elections in Venezuela: April 14 Presidential Elections
On April 14, with the death of former President Hugo Chávez on many minds, Venezuelans will cast their vote in a snap election for a new president. IFES' frequently asked questions (FAQs) on Elections in Venezuela: April 14 Presidential Elections describe the context in which the election is taking place.
News & Updates
Feature
After Chávez: Public Opinion on Chavismo and Venezuela’s Future
After ruling Venezuela for 14 years, President Hugo Chávez’s death is leading many to wonder what comes next for the country. Will Chavismo prevail or is the population ready to move away from leftist, anti-American rule? How is the political opposition viewed by the public? And is the country ready to hold elections in 30 days as dictated by law? And is the country ready to hold elections in 30 days as dictated by law? Listen to a conversation on these issues and more. The experts will examine data from a January survey conducted in Venezuela.
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Survey
Survey Insights into Venezuela After Chávez
Results from a public opinion survey conducted by Ipsos and IFES in Venezuela in January 2013.
March 15, 2013
News & Updates
Feature
Elections for All: Empowering the Underrepresented
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights guarantees all individuals the freedom to partake in their nation’s government and political processes, including elections. Yet, many individuals around the world face barriers to full participation due to social, ethnic and economic inequalities. IFES’ programs empower these underrepresented populations to participate in political life in a variety of ways. This photo gallery provides some examples of our work in this area.
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Report/Paper
Elections in Venezuela: October 7 Presidential Elections
Venezuela's October 7 presidential election will see President Hugo Rafael Chávez Frias – who has survived a short-lived coup d'état, general labor strikes and resilient, albeit splintered, domestic and foreign opposition – contest for his seat against six other candidates, including his chief contender, Governor Henrique Capriles Radonski. To better understand the backdrop of these historic elections, IFES has put together a series of frequently asked questions (FAQs).
October 04, 2012
News & Updates
Feature
Elections Worth Dying For? Maintaining the Peace During Elections in Africa
Used as a political tool before, during and after elections, violence threatens the franchise and civil rights of all citizens.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Hoy inscripciones masivas
“Massive Registration Today” is a periodical article, available in Spanish, published in June 1990 by “El Comercio” newspaper in Ecuador. The article features the coverage of child elections registration period in Quito, Ecuador. The article offers a listing of the registration sites in Quito, as well as it announces the representatives of the Children’s Supreme Electoral Tribunal and describe briefly a few of their attributes.