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Election Observation Mission: Kingdom of Thailand
This report summarizes IFES’ findings from an Election Observation Mission for the 1996 parliamentary elections in Thailand. The report covers polling, voter registration, election observations, pollwatching, electoral reforms, recommendation for the future and the role of the media.
January 31, 1997
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Vote for the Future
The book, Vote for the Future was published in 1997 by the Oxford University Press and is directed at the importance of youth education of politics and elections in Papua New Guinea. An overview of the Papua New Guinea election process is included as well as several chapters dedicated to the political structure and governmental functions of Papua New Guinea.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Guidebook to Parliament for the Community
“Guidebook to Parliament for the Community” is an Asia Pacific Economic News LTD publication from 1997 outlining basic the governmental structure of New Zealand. This guidebook also provides information regarding civic education and participation in elections, parliamentary structure and members, and several other topics intended to better inform New Zealand citizens of their government and its policies and relationships with citizens and other countries.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
The New Zealand Electoral Compendium
“The New Zealand Electoral Compendium,” published in 1997 by the New Zealand Electoral Commission reviews the 1996 general election results and electoral process. Furthermore, this compendium delves into the structure of the New Zealand parliamentary structure and provides a political glossary in order to educate New Zealanders on the recent election history and current political structure of their country.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
The voter
Issued by the Electoral Commission of Papua New Guinea, “The Voter” emphasizes the responsibility PNG citizens have to vote in the upcoming 1997 general elections. The articles included highlight the need for greater civic involvement and stress the importance of non-violent, fair elections.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Understanding Your Constitution
Published by the Constitution Public Awareness and Education Committee, “Understanding Your Constitution” outlines the 1970, 1990, and 1997 Constitutions of Fiji in regards to the rights and interests of the indigenous population of Fiji. This article concludes that the 1997 Constitution is in accordance with the 1970 and 1990 Constitutions in that all three protect and preserve the rights of the indigenous.
Election Material
Constitution
The Constitution of India
The Constitution of India to include all amendments passed by 1995 (Amendment 78).
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Pastoral Exhortation of Philippine Politics
“Pastoral Exhortation of Philippine Politics” is a pastoral letter from September 16, 1997, which addresses the unequal and ‘hurtful’ way in which Philippine politics are conducted. The document, published by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines, urges citizens of the Philippines to vote more intelligently, choosing candidates with integrity who will not cheat the people given the chance.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
The Married Persons Equality Act
This document, published in 1997 by the Namibia Institute for Democracy, outlines the “The Married Persons Equality Act.” The acts primary goal was to abolish marital power and property law. The act outlines the legality of marriage, divorce, spousal rights to personal property and a minimum legal age to marry. Although not focusing on the electoral system this piece nevertheless is an example of the legislative process and civil society development.
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Report/Paper
Election to the Oliy Majlis, Republic of Uzbekistan: A Technical Review of Law and Process
The purpose of this analysis is to provide a brief overview of the Law on the Election to the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan and to provide commentary on some of its strengths and weaknesses. The focus is on the law itself through the view of fresh eyes, and to offer food for thought as officials, administrators and .election participants continue to evaluate the election process from within.
December 31, 1996