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IFES Q&A with Former Chief of Party in Nigeria Carl Dundas
Carl Dundas, former IFES Chief of Party in Nigeria, addresses the challenges of democracy and governance assistance and best practices for success in helping countries implement free and fair elections.
Election FAQ
Elections in Colombia: 2014 Presidential Elections
Colombians will cast their ballots to elect a President and Vice President on Sunday, May 25.
Election FAQ
Elections in Colombia: 2014 Congressional and Andean Parliament Elections
Colombia’s National Electoral Council has been steadily preparing for the Congressional and Andean Parliament Elections on March 9. IFES' FAQs sheds light on the electoral process.
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Nigerian Study Tour Brings Delegation to D.C.
IFES and the National Democratic Institute (NDI) organized a study mission for high-ranking members of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and INEC’s Electoral Institute from January 11-17 in Washington, D.C. Over the course of the week-long visit, the delegation met with U.S. Department of State representatives, policymakers, advocates and topical experts.
Election FAQ
Elections in Libya: The February 20 Constituent Assembly Elections
On February 20, registered Libyans were scheduled to elect 60 members of the Libyan Constituent Assembly.
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Libyan Awareness Campaign Promotes Improved Access for Persons with Disabilities
The unrest that followed eight months of armed struggle to remove former Libyan President Muammar Gaddafi remains pronounced more than two years since the regime’s fall. While militias look for ways to transition back to civilian life, the number of wounded warriors and revolutionaries has risen sharply, underscoring the need to recognize persons with disabilities as equal citizens in a new Libya.
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Nigeria's Top Election Official Speaks on Effective Election Management
Professor Jega, Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), answers some questions about implementing successful elections, his plans for 2015 and the INEC’s efforts to increase gender equality.
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Women’s Political Participation in Libya: Progress and Pitfalls
It is crucial that women’s voices are heard as Libya codifies human rights in national legislation and establishes government institutions. This panel centers on the current situation in Libya for women as leaders, advocates and active participants in the country’s transition. Speakers highlight IFES’ 2013 Libya Status of Women Survey, which reveals public opinion of women’s political and economic standing; first-hand experiences; and success stories about increasing women’s engagement.
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IFES’ Survey on the Status of Women in Libya
Major decisions are being made that will impact Libya's future as a democratic nation. IFES' latest survey sheds light on Libyans' perceptions about women's roles and rights in public and private spheres.
September 18, 2013
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Survey
Focus Groups Capture Voters’ Perspectives on Libya's First Poll
On July 7, 2012, Libyans went to the polls and elected the General National Congress (GNC) in a major step that helped put their country on the path toward democracy.
March 21, 2013