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New Assessment on Violence Against Women in Elections in Papua New Guinea
Elections in Papua New Guinea (PNG) are characterized by violence and tribal politics that contribute to a high prevalence of violence against women in elections (VAWE). A new report from IFES assesses VAWE in PNG following the 2017 national elections, drawing on fieldwork, research and IFES’ experiences operating in PNG.
April 24, 2019
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New Assessment on Violence Against Women in Elections in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville
While women in Bougainville have greater access to politics and decision-making than their counterparts in other parts of Papua New Guinea (PNG), they still face significant challenges as they seek to participate in the electoral process. A new report from IFES assesses violence against Bougainvillean women in elections, drawing on fieldwork, research and IFES’ experiences operating in Bougainville.
April 24, 2019
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Bougainville Election Commission Launches Strategic Plan
Throughout 2018, IFES advisors guided the Office of the Bougainville Electoral Commissioner in developing and writing its 2018-2022 Strategic Plan. The plan, launched in November, sets out a vision for OBEC to become an independent, competent and transparent electoral body that can organize inclusive, credible elections.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2019 in Papua New Guinea
IFES celebrated International Women’s Day 2019 with counterparts in Port Moresby and the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea. The Port Moresby-based Papua New Guinea Electoral Commission hosted a celebration and luncheon, and the IFES team in Bougainville joined local civil society organizations and other partners on a peace march through Buka Town.
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Advocates Trained to Evaluate Implementation of Regional Disability Rights Policy Document
On January 30, IFES and the General Election Network for Disability Access trained advocates from disabled people’s organizations and election-focused civil society organizations on the reporting process for a new regional policy document.
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Photo Gallery: Learning About Disability-Inclusive Elections in Bougainville
On November 14, IFES conducted a training for the Office of the Bougainville Electoral Commissioner and disability rights advocates in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea.
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The Integrity of Elections in Asia: Policy Lessons Applied
In response to a recent study by Max Grömping entitled The Integrity of Elections in Asia: Policy Lessons from Expert Evaluations, IFES produced a briefing paper with some examples of policy lessons applied in practice across Asia. IFES has worked in Asia for the past three decades supporting election management bodies, civil society and other electoral stakeholders in their efforts to promote electoral integrity.
November 26, 2018
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MoU with Australian Electoral Commission Promotes Collaboration in the Asia-Pacific Region
On November 6, 2018, IFES and the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) celebrated the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which reaffirms the longstanding relationship between IFES and the AEC and reflects the shared commitment to strengthen institutions and processes for elections and democratic governance globally.
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Papua New Guinea Electoral Commission Launches Strategic Plan
The Papua New Guinea Electoral Commission officially launched its 2018-2022 Corporate Plan, which will guide the commission’s efforts to prepare for and conduct effective, inclusive elections, including the 2022 national election.
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Photo Gallery: Creating Safe Spaces for Youth in Bougainville
On August 10, the Office of the Bougainville Electoral Commissioner, in partnership with IFES, held a youth participation in elections workshop to celebrate International Youth Day 2018.