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Global Impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act on Its 30th Anniversary
Read disability rights advocate Judith Heumann's reflection on the 30th anniversary of the civil rights law, which provides protections to Americans with disabilities.
Election FAQ
Elections in the United States: 2020 General Elections
On Tuesday, November 3, Americans will vote in the country’s first general elections to take place during a pandemic since 1918. To help you understand this important electoral process, IFES provides Frequently Asked Questions on Elections in the United States: 2020 General Elections.
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Read and Listen: 2020 U.S. Election Program Resources
Read and listen to resources related to IFES' Virtual U.S. Election Program. RSVP to learn more!
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100th Anniversary of Women’s Constitutional Right to Vote in the U.S.
In 2020, the United States marks the centennial of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution. It was a hard-won success of the U.S. women’s suffrage movement, but work remains to meet its promise for all American women.
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IFES and German Marshall Fund Experts Release Guidance on Securing Elections Amid COVID-19
The Alliance for Securing Democracy at the German Marshall Fund of the United States and IFES today released a guide to help democratic actors conduct secure elections during the coronavirus pandemic.
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IFES Recommendations for USAID Gender Policy
Based on our significant experience promoting gender equality worldwide, IFES submitted comments on USAID's draft 2020 Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy.
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Recommendations for Electoral Reform in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
An IFES white paper presents considerations and recommendations for electoral reform in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to shore up the credibility of future elections.
August 20, 2020
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Senate Bill Advances U.S. Leadership on International Disability Rights
IFES has endorsed S. 3880, the Office of International Disability Rights Act, which aims to promote the global visibility and rights of people with disabilities through American development and diplomacy.
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Congress: A Robust International Response to COVID-19 Is Needed
As the U.S. Congress considers how to address the COVID-19 crisis, IFES is advocating for a robust international response. IFES joined with other InterAction members and partners in a letter to congressional leadership calling for at least $12 billion in foreign assistance, including critical support for democracies at risk around the globe.
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President and CEO Testifies on Human Rights in Haiti
On March 4, IFES President and CEO Anthony Banbury delivered testimony to the United States House of Representatives’ Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission on “Human Rights in Haiti: Ideas for Next Steps.” He testified on the conditions and next steps necessary to achieve credible elections in Haiti.