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Civic/Voter Education Instructional Manual for the Referendum on the choice of a Political System
“Civic/Voter Education Instructional Manual for the Referendum on the Choice” is a booklet that was distributed in 1999 to help educate voters on the upcoming year 2000 referendum on the Ugandan Political System. The booklet describes civic education, as well as what the differences will be between “The Movement” and “Multi Party” systems.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Join Us in Campaigning for a Just Domestic Relations Law
“Join Us in Campaigning for a Just Domestic Relations Law” is a pamphlet that was published in September of 1999 by the Ugandan Women’s Network. The pamphlet outlines the “Domestic Rights Bill,” a bill that was aimed at creating a more equitable legal status for women and in doing so create more stability in the household. Specifically the bill advocated for defining adultery as gender neutral, cementing the age one can consent to marriage at 18 years and recognizing that mental and physiological violence can be considered grounds for divorce.
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
The Referendum and Other Provisions Act, 1999
The Referendum and Other Provisions Act, 1999
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Papers on Referendum, Politics and Religion
“Papers on Referendum, Politics and Religion” is a booklet that was written in 2000 by Micheal Kaggwa. The literature is composed of three papers: one on religion and politics, one on the referendum and its implication on Uganda’s political development and one on why supporters of political parties should participate in the referendum. The papers seek to enhance voter efficacy towards democratic values and to address the role of religion and religious leaders in Uganda’s political discourse.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Facts about the Referendum
“Facts about the Referendum” was published in 2000 in lead up to the national referendum on Uganda’s political system. The vote would determine whether Uganda would remain in its no-party “Movement” system or switch to a “Multi-Party” system or other form of democracy. This civic education booklet explains why the referendum is taking place, how the multi party and no party systems differ and how the actually process of voting takes place.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Guidelines for Accredited Monitors for the Referendum Slated for 29th June 2000
“Guideline for Accredited Monitors for the Referendum Slated for 29th June- 2000,” is a pamphlet published in 2000 during the lead up to that year’s referendum on Uganda’s political system. The pamphlet describes what the roles of the international observers will be in the 2000 elections. This includes verifying that the electoral process is carried out within the confines of the law and acting with impartiality as stewards of the election.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Guidelines for Civic Educators
“Guidelines for Civic Education” is a booklet that was published in 2000 in Uganda. The literature provides a guide for civic educators to teach the public about the upcoming referendum on Uganda’s political system. The booklet also enumerates possible educational methods, such as posters, that could be utilized to teach voters about the electoral process.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
National Elections Manual
The “National Elections Manual” is a booklet that was released in the year 2000 and is broken into two parts, one on civic education and one on voter education. The section on civic education defines citizenship, outlines the branches of the Ugandan government and discusses the link between the constitution and the people. Section two on voter education focuses on the registration of voters, the nomination of candidates the process of voting.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Challenges for Citizens
“Challenges for Citizens” is a booklet published in lead up to the 2000 Ugandan referendum. The literature urges citizens to take part in the electoral process by voting but also cautions that more work after the referendum will be needed to insure a fully functioning and free society. The piece also details the contents of the Ugandan Constitution and focuses on how a democratic state to function. Throughout the article Ugandans are urged to take an active role in their country’s democracy and electoral process.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Civic Education Poster
This is a civic education poster from the 2000 Ugandan Referendum election. The poster's scene depicts many aspects of Ugandan life including meeting with friends in the market, talking with local religious figures and displaying strong social capital. The poster was aimed at creating voter efficacy around a shared sense of community in lead up to the referendum on choosing a political system for the country.