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IFES Trains New Tunisia Court of Accounts Judges on Political Finance
In partnership with the Tunisia Court of Accounts, IFES recently trained 20 junior judges – some of whom will control the funding of future elections – on political finance. The three-day interactive training took place in Tunis, from November 27 to December 2, tackling political finance and its management.
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Press Release
IFES Remembers Indonesian Disability Rights Leader Yusdiana
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is deeply saddened by the passing of Senior Disability Rights Adviser Yusdiana (“Diana”) of Indonesia. She died of complications after surgery in Jakarta on December 28. Our sincerest thoughts are with her family and the disability community.
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Equal Rights, Equal Access
Ensuring all citizens have access to the electoral process is a cornerstone of a vibrant democracy.IFES works around the world to secure and protect the electoral rights of persons with disabilities. This short video features a sample of those who have been impacted by IFES’ programming in electoral access.
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Voters with Disabilities Beat Barriers
For many around the world, casting a ballot is taken for granted. However, when elections are inaccessible, citizens with disabilities might be left out. To increase voting accessibility for persons with disabilities – awareness-raising, advocacy and training are key. IFES strives to remove barriers that prohibit the full participation of persons with disabilities as voters and candidates in elections. These photos capture the involvement of persons with disabilities throughout the electoral cycle.
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Interview/Speech/Testimony
Inspiring Youth to Take a Seat at the Table: A Q&A with Judith Lobos
Judith Lobos, who recently worked with IFES in Honduras, shares lessons learned from over 20 years of experience in engaging youth in the political process.
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Interview/Speech/Testimony
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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Interview/Speech/Testimony
Former Legal Fellow Applying Degree to Disabilities Policy
Kathleen Cornelsen spent a summer as a legal fellow with IFES researching laws on disability and voting. She continues to apply her legal skills to promoting the rights of persons with disabilities.
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Interview/Speech/Testimony
Disabilities Advocate and Expert on Why Equality Matters
David Morrissey, Executive Director of the U.S. International Council on Disabilities, tells us what ratifying the CRPD would mean for Americans with disabilities in the U.S. and abroad.
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Reflecting on Human Rights: A Look at 2013
As we celebrate International Human Rights Day here at the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), we take this opportunity to reflect on 2013 and share some of our biggest successes in protecting the rights of individuals around the globe. Join us as we review our work in a year-end video, which highlights stories about safeguarding the right to vote and building sustainable democracies worldwide.
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Transition at a Crossroads: Moving Beyond the GCC Agreement in Yemen
In late 2011, Yemeni political leaders and stakeholders endorsed the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Agreement, which laid out a two-year roadmap for resolving Yemen's political paralysis. The agreement scripted a process with an inclusive National Dialogue, a new constitution, a constitutional referendum and national elections to move the country forward. Two years later, it is likely the initial timeframe will expire without a referendum and without elections. Please view a panel discussion on these timely issues, the overall political environment in Yemen, the potential impact on the electoral process and the ongoing role of the international community.