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Youth SPACE
Under Youth Supporting Participation, Action, and Civic Engagement (Youth SPACE), IFES’ youth leadership program, young people are empowered to step into leadership roles and gain more insight into democratic processes such as elections, advocacy, and community engagement.
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Strengthening Digital Media Literacy in the Mekong Region
To counter mis- and disinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Foundation for Electoral Systems collaborated with civil society organizations working in local communities in Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
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General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA)
In 2011, the General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) was established as a forum to improve access to political and electoral opportunities for people with disabilities in Southeast Asia through increased public awareness and advocacy for change.
2011-Present
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ENGAGE
IFES’ ENGAGE methodology is a political leadership course targeting young people with disabilities that builds their skills to continue to be leaders in their communities while providing hands-on community engagement experience.
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Youth Advocacy, Linkages, Leadership in Elections and Society (Youth ALLIES) Program
The U.S. Agency for International Development Eastern and Southern Caribbean (USAID/ESC), in collaboration with the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) Guyana team, officially launched its Youth Advocacy, Linkages, Leadership in Elections and Society (Youth ALLIES) Program.
2022 - Present
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Violence Against Women in Elections
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) believes that violence against women in elections (VAWE) is a threat to the integrity of the electoral process and to the quality of democracy because it coercively excludes women from having a voice in the political life and governance of
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Women, Peace and Security
Given the breadth of conflict, peacebuilding efforts and political transitions occurring all over the world, the landmark United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 on Women, Peace and Security plays a large role in the International Foundation for Electoral Systems’ (IFES) work.
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"She Leads" Women's Leadership Program
Strong and inclusive democratic processes are critical to all aspects of a country’s development, from improving economic outcomes to increasing access to human rights. The most resilient democracies are those that promote women’s equal and active participation.
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"People Against Violence Everywhere" Program (PAVE)
People Against Violence Everywhere (PAVE) is an International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) election security initiative that provides local leaders and influencers with the tools and skills needed to anticipate, mitigate and prevent violence around elections.
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CEPPS Youth Democracy and Governance Cross-Sectoral Initiative
About The Youth Democracy and Governance Cross-Sectoral Initiative (CSI) is a discussion and knowledge-sharing forum dedicated to helping practitioners, donors, and young leaders across sectors