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Political Finance in Post-Conflict Societies
This study of political finance in post-conflict society identifies lessons learned from international donor-funded efforts to support political processes in post-conflict environments in general and the funding of political parties and campaign finance in particular. The document consists of eight case studies that seek to improve our understanding not only of the political dynamics of post-conflict situations but also of how to rally international support for holding elections and supporting democratization under such circumstances.
April 30, 2006
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Report/Paper
IFES West Bank and Gaza Presidential Elections- Final Report February 2005
This report discusses IFES’ critical assistance to the electoral process in West Bank Gaza. IFES worked closely with the Central Election Commission to initiate civic education processes, commodity procurement and review of electoral law.
January 31, 2005
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Electoral Assessment
Palestinian Elections: A Pre-Election Assessment Mission Report (2002)
The International Foundation for Election Systems (IFES), the International Republican Institute (IRI), and the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI), as well as a representative of the Government of Norway, jointly organized a pre-election assessment mission to the West Bank and Gaza between July 14 and July 24, 2002. The purpose of the mission was fourfold: 1) to evaluate the pre-electoral environment and identify the requirements of the Palestinian Authority, political parties, civil society and the international community to establish a meaningful electoral process; 2) to identify the elements of the process that are most vulnerable and the obstacles that must be overcome; 3) to assess the state of technical preparations for elections; and 4) to recommend electoral reform measures that could enhance the transparency and credibility of the process.
July 31, 2002
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Report/Paper
IFES Bosnia and Herzegovina Voter Education and Civic Organizing Project, FINAL REPORT, Concerning USAID Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
This report summarizes IFES efforts in Bosnia and Herzegovina to spread and enhance voter education and civic organizing. The report details ho IFES urges citizens to realize the information and tools to engage in the political process; help them understand that they have a right and an obligation to demand government accountability; assist them to develop the skills and confidence to approach authorities; and counsel them through the process of seeing their needs met.” The report also details IFES Citizens' Guides for a number of municipalities, with the goal of completing one in each municipality where IFES has a presence. These guides explain local government structure and the responsibilities of each agency and official and provide the municipal budget and phone numbers to contact officials.
May 31, 2002
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Report/Paper
Bosnia and Herzegovina Civic Education Program for 1999-2000
This report summarizes IFES efforts towards building a civil society in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1999 and 2000. The report details the projects aims and methods for establishing and supporting civil society in BiH. The report includes information on pre-election voter education, student involvement, inter-ethnic civic leadership and training. Also included are brochures, meeting agendas and minutes and various other documents from the project.
December 31, 2000
Publication
Book
A Guide for the Auditor of a Candidate in a Federal Election: Pursuant to the Canada Elections Act (2000) - Canada
October 01, 2000
Publication
Report/Paper
IFES Election Assessment Report, South Africa Election Institution Report, October 23 1998 (appendices missing)
This report is an account of a pre-election assessment conducted by IFES in South Africa from 1998. The report details IFES’ guidance on South African election preparations and IFES support to the Independent Electoral Commission in identifying services which could be provided by the international community.
October 22, 1998
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Report/Paper
Final Report: IFES Technical Assistance for Municipal Elections in the West Bank and Gaza
This report summarizes on-site technical assistance provided by IFES to the Palestinian Authority’s Ministry of Local Elections and the Supreme Elections Committee for municipal elections in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The report discusses the creation of a municipal government election law, registration of voters, election materials procurement and management, pollworker training and voter education campaigns.
March 31, 1998
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Report/Paper
Bosnia and Herzegovina 1997 IFES Voter and Civic Education Project
This report summarizes the actions of IFES voter and civic education efforts in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1997. The report details the recruitment and training of local employees, interviews with officials participating in municipal elections and pre-election democracy training. The report further discusses the role of local NGOs, materials development, post-election implementation and voter registration. The report concludes with recommendations for the future. This report also provides documentation from the elections, including election and registration manuals in Serbo-Croatian, and a copy of the “Handbook on local non-governmental organizations in Central Bosnia.”
December 31, 1997
Publication
Report/Paper
Guide for the Planning and Organization of Local Government Elections in the West Bank and Gaza
In this manual, IFES presents a series of major recommendations about how to organize local elections in which the Palestinian public can have confidence. The manual discusses the logistical complications for holding local elections. Additionally, election law, administration and voter registration are discussed.
December 31, 1997