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IFES Supports Efforts to Promote Women’s Engagement in Elections in Myanmar
In Myanmar, there is a significant gap between men and women’s engagement in elections, politics and governance. There is much work to be done to ensure gender equality in the electoral process. The Union Election Commission of Myanmar (UEC), with support from the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is working on a number of initiatives to better incorporate women into the process.
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Myanmar’s Election Commission Takes Steps to Achieve Gender Equality and Include Voters with Disabilities
After five decades of military rule, Myanmar has initiated an ongoing process of democratic reform, opening new and significant political space. However, persons with disabilities in Myanmar still face numerous obstacles in accessing their right to vote, and, at only 6.8 percent, Myanmar has one of the lowest percentages of women in parliament in the region.
Election FAQ
Elections in Costa Rica: 2014 National Elections
On February 2, Costa Rica will hold national elections to elect a new President. IFES FAQs gives insight into these elections.
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Qatar: Training for Women Candidates 1999 Central Municipal Council Elections - Final Report
In 1998, the International Foundation for Election Systems ("IFES") conducted a comprehensive training program in Doha, Qatar for women candidates running for office in the March 8, 1999 municipal council election in Qatar. This report summarizes IFES’ efforts.
December 31, 1998
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Report/Paper
Qatar: Training for Women Candidates 1999 Central Municipal Council Elections - Final Report (Arabic)
December 31, 1998
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Election and Political Party Law
Resolution of The Statute of The National Electoral Commission
Resolution of The Statute of The National Electoral Commission
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Guidance for the elections of the central municipal council
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Civic Education Guide for Election of central municipal council
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Electorate guide for election of the central municipal council
Election Material
Civic Education Material