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Inclusion of Marginalized Communities in Georgia
For many years, non-Georgian speaking regions of the country have been disenfranchised, as election information has been historically distributed only in the Georgian language. This podcast features Anthony Bowyer, IFES Senior Program Manager for the Caucasus and Central Asia as he stresses the importance of giving a voice to these communities, and steps the election commission of Georgia is taking to increase representation.
Publication
Report/Paper
Women’s Political Participation in Honduras
A guiding principle of democracy is social and political inclusion. However, the full participation of women in public life is an ongoing issue in many countries, and Honduras is no exception, despite progress made in recent years. As part of the Consortium for Elections and Political Process Strengthening’s (CEPPS) 2012-2013 Honduras project, IFES and NDI completed the study Women’s Political Participation in Honduras. This publication provides recommendations to improve women’s participation in public decision making circles.
September 12, 2013
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Feature
Snapshot of Georgia’s 2013 Parliamentary By-Elections
On April 27, 2013, Georgia held by-elections in the districts of Nadzaladevi, Baghdati and Samtredia to fill three majoritarian seats. These seats opened following political appointments made after the October 2012 parliamentary elections. Eleven candidates in Nadzaladevi, eight in Baghdati and five in Samtredia registered as participants for the by-elections. According to Georgia’s Central Election Commission (CEC), the district of Nadzaladevi in Tbilisi has 140,000 voters, making it the third largest district in Georgia. The districts of Samtredia and Baghdati in the Imereti region have 48,000 and 24,000 voters, respectively. The images below provide an inside look at Election Day.
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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.
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Interview/Speech/Testimony
CEDAW Anniversary: Advancing Women's Equality in Honduras
Over the years, Honduras has moved forward when it comes to discrimination against women. Despite these improvements, there is still discrimination against women. It can be seen through the repression of women’s enthusiasm to get ahead or in their lack of education. Mireya Y. Cubas, IFES finance and administrative manager in Honduras, talks about successes and remaining challenges for women's equality.
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Voters Approach Polls with Hope for Honduran Democracy
On November 18, 2012 Honduras saw the first primary elections since the 2009 coup d’état. For many citizens, the elections represented the normalization and restoration of the country’s political system and its continued path toward democracy. These images provide a look into this important Election Day.
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Report/Paper
Elections in Honduras: November 18 Primary Elections
On November 18, 2012, Hondurans will elect candidates from three major parties – the Liberal Party, the National Party and the Liberty and Refoundation Party – to compete in next year’s general elections for the presidency and vice presidency, and open seats in the Central American Parliament, National Congress, and municipal councils. To help observers better understand the backdrop of these elections, the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) has put together a series of frequently asked questions (FAQs).
November 16, 2012
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.
Election Material
Ballot
Georgia Parliamentary Elections Closed List PR Sample Ballot 2012 Azeri
Ballot used in the Georgian Parliamentary election held on 1 October 2012. This ballot was used for the closed list proportional representation seats, where voters selected one candidate. This ballot was distributed to the Azeri speaking minority in Georgia. The main parties in the election were Georgian Dream, United National Movement, and the Christian Democratic Movement.