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Learning by Gaming: Democrapoli
Within its civic and voter education campaigns in anticipation of the Malian communal elections, the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), in collaboration with the Nigerien NGO Groupe de Recherche Action sur la Démocratie et les Systèmes Electoraux (GRADSEL), has developed an educational game called Democrapoli: Elections Communales Mali (Communal Elections Mali).
Election FAQ
Elections in Georgia: 2014 Local Self-Government Elections
On June 15, Georgians will go to the polls to vote for their municipal government representatives. Find out more about these elections in IFES' FAQs.
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Stunts and Races for Gender Equality
On April 4-5, the IFES-supported Journalists Network for Gender Equality (JNGE) conducted a public outreach campaign titled, “We Need Women in Politics! Vote for Women!” A gender-themed arts and crafts exhibition was held in Telavi, followed by a gender-themed auto rally that gathered over 3,000 attendees, including the Governor of Kakheti and the head of Telavi’s municipality. Six women and 16 men racers participated in the event, which highlighted the importance of gender equality with an innovative twist.
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IFES Civics Course Alum Serves as Precinct Election Commissioner
Prior to participating in IFES’ Democracy and Citizenship course, Nika Markozashvili possessed only basic knowledge about citizenship and the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. The course content had a profound impact on Markozashvili’s understanding of his role in public life. “As I passed the course, [in] time I realized my role in building democratic society,” he said.
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A Look at Mali's November 24, 2013 Elections
On Sunday, November 24, Mali held legislative elections, marking the second set of polls held in the country in 2013. IFES' team in Mali answers some questions about Election Day in November and what comes next.
Election FAQ
November 2013 Elections in Mali and Mauritania: Frequently Asked Questions
All eyes will be on western Africa for the first rounds of key legislative elections in Mauritania on November 23 and in Mali on November 24. IFES' FAQs shed light on these polls.
Election FAQ
Elections in Mali: July 28 Presidential Elections
On Sunday, Malian voters will cast ballots for President of the Republic. The election is considered an important next step in the nation’s return to democracy after a widely-condemned coup d’état that overthrew the government in early 2012. IFES' frequently asked questions (FAQs) Elections in Mali: July 28 Presidential Elections sheds light on this important poll.
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In Georgia, a Conference for Greater Inclusion
Georgians with disabilities face significant social, physical and legislative barriers to equal participation in their country’s electoral and political processes.
IFES, in partnership with the Coalition for Independent Living (CIL), held a conference on February 27, 2013, to address the barriers that prevent Georgians with disabilities from achieving full political and electoral enfranchisement.
IFES, in partnership with the Coalition for Independent Living (CIL), held a conference on February 27, 2013, to address the barriers that prevent Georgians with disabilities from achieving full political and electoral enfranchisement.
News & Updates
Interview/Speech/Testimony
In Georgia, a Historic Transfer of Power
Observers have lauded the October 1 elections as one of the most peaceful transfers of power in Georgia’s history. Nermin Nisic, IFES chief of party in Georgia, offers his reflections on Election Day, Georgia's democracy and what comes next.
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Georgia Parliamentary Elections Single Member Constituency Sample Ballot 2012
Ballot used for the Parliamentary elections held in the Republic of Georgia on 1 October 2012. This ballot was used to elect members of a single member district. The main parties and coalitions in the election were the United National Movement, Georgian Dream, and the Christian Democratic Movement.