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Advancing Disability Rights in Southeast Asia through Regional Network of Advocates
In 2011, IFES established the General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) across Southeast Asia. A creative partnership between disabled persons’ organizations (DPOs) and election-focused civil society organizations, AGENDA serves as a forum to improve access to political and electoral opportunities for persons with disabilities by increasing public awareness and elevating advocacy efforts that call for change.
Election FAQ
Elections in Iran: 2017 Presidential and Municipal Elections
On May 19, Iranians will go to the polls to elect their next president and members of city and village councils. If no candidate receives a majority (50% plus one) in the presidential election, the top two candidates will compete in a runoff election.
Election FAQ
Elections in Iran: 2016 Majlis and Assembly of Experts Elections
On February 26, Iranians will vote for the 290-member Islamic Consultative Assembly (Iran’s Parliament, also known as the Majlis) and the 88-member Assembly of Experts. The Majlis and the Assembly of Experts play a role in selecting the individuals who serve in the country’s non-elected positions with the greatest religious and political authority – the Supreme Leader of Iran and the Guardian Council. To help you understand this important electoral process, IFES provides Frequently Asked Questions on these elections.
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Report/Paper
Accessible Elections for Persons with Disabilities in Five Southeast Asian Countries
All too often, persons with disabilities are not included in the political lives of their country on an equal basis with others. Accessible Elections for Persons with Disabilities in Five Southeast Asian Countries is the first systematic attempt to gather data on election access from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, the Philippines and Vietnam. The report reviews – for persons with disabilities – existing legal frameworks, challenges and barriers in exercising political rights and participation; best practices and innovations; and examples of how disabled persons organizations have been involved in electoral issues.
October 25, 2013
Election FAQ
Elections in Iran: June 14 Presidential Elections
Iran is holding its presidential election on June 14, 2013. Elections in Iran:June 14 Presidential Elections, IFES’ frequently asked questions (FAQs), sheds light on Iran’s electoral system, who is running and the voting process.
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Report/Paper
Mission d assistance technique et d'observation des elections presidentielles du 3 novembre, 1996 a Madagascar: Rapport finale
This final report on the technical assistance and observation mission to the November 1996 Presidential Elections in Madagascar. The report focuses on the electoral code, voter registration, the role of the media and international observers and assesses future programmatic needs of NGOs. Lastly, the report provides a post-election analysis of and recommendations regarding election administration in Madagascar.
November 30, 1996
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Report/Paper
Technical Assistance and Observation Mission to the November 3, 1996 Presidential Elections in Madagascar: Final Report
This final report on the technical assistance and observation mission to the November 1996 Presidential Elections in Madagascar. The report focuses on the electoral code, voter registration, the role of the media and international observers and assesses future programmatic needs of NGOs. Lastly, the report provides a post-election analysis of and recommendations regarding election administration in Madagascar.
November 30, 1996
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
Administrative Ordinance/Decrees/Decisions Related to The Election of The President of The Republic on Nov. 3, 1996
Administrative Ordinance/Decrees/Decisions Related to The Election of The President of The Republic on Nov. 3, 1996
Election Material
Ballot
Madagascar Presidential Ballot 1996
Presidential ballots used in the first round of Madagascar's 1996 election. The main candidates in the first round were Didier RATSIRAKA, Herizo RAZAFIMAHALEO, and Albert ZAFY.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Rapport du KMF/CNOE
“Rapport du KMF/CNOE” is a report from November 3rd 1996, available in French, by the National Council for the Observation of Elections (“Conseil National pour l’Observation des Elections” – CNOE) listing various observations about the First Round of the 1996 Presidential Elections in Madagascar. As well as describing the process of the election, the report also gives feedback and possible recommendations for further rounds of the Presidential Election such as revisions to the electoral code.