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Draft Constitution Selected Provisions
“The Draft Constitution Selected Provisions,” is a booklet published in 1994 that describes what the new constitution of Uganda specifies. Detailed in the booklet are topics such as how citizenship in Uganda is defined and what the function of the new constitutional assembly will be. Also included is a description of the five year referendum cycle that will use the vote to decide the form of government in Uganda every five years.
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Ten Commandments for Responsible Voting
“The Ten Commandments for Responsible Voting” stresses the importance of independent and educated decision making and emphasizes free and fair election behavior. Published in 1995 by the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPC-RV), this pamphlet was issued in preparation for the May 8th, 1995 national elections and also includes a voter’s prayer.
Election Material
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Candidates Meetings/ Candidates Campaigns
"Candidates Meetings/ Candidates Campaigns" is a pamphlet published in 1994 during the lead up to Uganda’s constitutional assembly election of that year. The pamphlet discusses the candidates' meetings and the voting process. The candidates' meetings are highlighted as a time voters can gain knowledge on candidates and by doing so make an more informed decision with their vote. The voting and voter registration processes were also covered to aid voters in the process.
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Important notice to: The People of the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao
“Important Notice to: The People of Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao” is a May 1999 flyer encouraging residents of the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao to register to vote so that they may participate in the September 1999 Regional Elections in the Philippines. The document, published by the Commission on Elections, also contains a page of the Mindanao Cross newspaper with different editorial articles.
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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
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Civic Education and Democracy Towards Free and Fair Elections 1996 and Beyond
“Civic Education and Democracy Towards Free and Fair Elections 1996 and Beyond” is a booklet that was published in 1996 during the lead up to of the Ugandan Presidential elections. The literature was intended to educate the Ugandan people on their civic responsibilities and human rights. The booklet also contains chapters that examine the economic, political, and constitutional orders of Uganda as well as the electoral process of the country.
Election Material
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Code of Conduct for Civic Educators
“Code of Conduct for Civil Educators” is a 1996 publication that was aimed at supporting educational initiatives towards the Ugandan Constitution. The piece outlines the role of civic educators in Uganda as people who should foster strong voter turnout, as well as promote an open flow of knowledge so that voters can make the decision that is right for them. Furthermore this was published in 1996 the same year as the Ugandan presidential and parliamentary elections.
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Qualification standards for candidates for public service
“Qualification Standards for Candidates for Public Service” is a guideline for the election and appointment of government leaders prepared by the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPC-RV). Published on November 24th, 1991 this document provides a rating system for Filipino citizens that grade the personal attributes, service and platform, and track record of each potential candidate.
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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.
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Organizing Guidelines in the Parish Community
Published by the Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan organization in 1992 for the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPC-RV), this document serves as an “Organizing Guideline in the Parish Community.” Following an introduction stressing the importance of the May 11th, 1992 general elections, this document is divided into three parts: organizing the parish, planning, and networking.