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Register Today and Vote Tomorrow
This advertisement encouraging voter participation shows a hand placing a ballot into a ballot box to emphasize the role that each Liberian has in the election system. Entitled “Register Today and Vote Tomorrow,” this document was published by the Elections Commission of Liberia and was funded by USAID and IFES.
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Constitution (Big Law Book) of Liberia
Published by Liberian Democracy Watch (LDW) in 1999, “Constitution (Big Law Book) of Liberia” serves as an interpretation of the actual Liberian Constitution of 1986 in the vernacular with illustrations. This publication summarizes the important aspects of government structure, fundamental rights and national policy of Liberia, and the functions of the judicial, legislative, and executive branches of government in an effort to better educate the Liberian public. Also mentioned is the political party system and electoral structure of the country.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Vote in poll or shut up
Issued by the Electoral Commission of Papua New Guinea in December 1996, the newsletter entitled “Vote in Poll or Shut Up” attempts to encourage PNG citizens to register to vote and participate in the upcoming 1997 general elections. In the newsletter are articles on electoral procedures, campaign information, and cartoons advocating for the importance of voting.
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
Seat Allocations for 1997 Special Elections
Seat Allocations for 1997 Special Elections
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
New Elections Law (1986)
Liberia's 1986 election law
Election FAQ
Elections in Liberia: 2014 Special Senatorial Elections
Originally slated for October 14, 2014, Liberia's special senatorial elections were moved to December 20 due to the Ebola outbreak. Amid this public health crisis, Liberians will head to the polls to elect half of the country's 30-member Senate. With the state of emergency imposed by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf expiring in November, the conduct of this election will be an important marker of the progress made in the fight against Ebola.
Election Material
Resolution
Constitution of the Republic of Liberia
Constitution of the Republic of Liberia
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Resolution
Comprehensive Peace Agreement Between the Government of Liberia and LURD and MODEL
Comprehensive Peace Agreement Between the Government of Liberia and the Liberians United for Reconcilation and Democracy (LURD) and the Movement for Democracy in Liberia (MODEL) and Political Parties
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Vote for the Future
The book, Vote for the Future was published in 1997 by the Oxford University Press and is directed at the importance of youth education of politics and elections in Papua New Guinea. An overview of the Papua New Guinea election process is included as well as several chapters dedicated to the political structure and governmental functions of Papua New Guinea.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Vote May 30
In order to encourage voter turnout the Elections Commission of the Republic of Liberia published this flyer which reads “Vote May 30th: Lofa Votes May 30th.” This flyer urges citizens of Lofa County, Liberia to vote in their local elections in 1997.