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WFD in Albania and the Albanian Parliament successfully piloted the Post-Legislative Scrutiny (PLS) process with focus on the Law on Tourism, enhancing parliamentary oversight.
Albanian Parliament approves PLS methodology
The analysis conducted by WFD explores the current model of parliamentary budget oversight in Montenegro.
Promotion of the report “Strengthening Budgetary Oversight of the Assembly of Montenegro”
During a joint World Bank-WFD expert mission in Uganda, a team of experts visited parliament and engaged with the technical staff and relevant committees. The team conducted two public debt assessments and identified several key areas for reform.
Group photo of experts in Uganda
Democracy is good for people and our planet – but it does not thrive on its own. In Nepal, WFD worked with partners to address mis and disinformation around the 2022 elections. Discover the story in episode 4 of our democracy success stories series.
A woman in the foreground is typing at a computer. You can see other people behind her.
During the second sitting of the Environmental Parliament (EP24) in Uganda, a diverse group of stakeholders came together to discuss the country's environmental challenges and commitments, with a powerful reminder that the fight against climate change is a collective one. 
photo collage of Hon Gafabusa speaking during the Environment Parliament and a climate change activist
Democracy is a tool to solve real-world problems and make change that positively impacts billions of lives. In episode 3 of our democracy success stories series, our partners in Kakamega County, Kenya explain how the Disability Act is helping foster inclusion and better delivery of public services.
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The primary goal of the workshop was to enhance the Women's Club engagement in creating a forthcoming action plan designed to empower women in Montenegro’s political landscape.
Women MPs and experts participating in workshop in Montenegro
Democracy is a tool to solve real-world problems and make change that positively impacts billions of lives. In episode 2 of our democracy success stories series, our partners in Nigeria explain how stronger democratic processes are helping to end violence against women and girls.
a woman stands on the stairs holding a document
WFD in North Macedonia in cooperation with the Assembly of North Macedonia is looking for 20 young people to work at the Assembly as volunteers.
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Democracy is a tool to solve real-world problems and make change that positively impacts billions of lives. In episode 1 of our democracy success stories series, Budgeting for all in Malaysia, we tell the story of how gender-responsive budgeting is helping to improve lives in Malaysia.
A member of Teja Station, a Civil Society Organisation from Malaysia learning sewing skills
Running for election costs money. But how much? Where do aspirants find the resources required? How do these costs shape who can run competitively? Here are five key things we have learned so far from elections in DRC, Kuwait, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Thailand.
banknotes in various currencies
The purpose of this visit was to provide the Ukrainian delegates with a comprehensive understanding of the UK election system, to familiarise them with campaigning practices, and to establish connections with their UK counterparts.
flags of United Kingdom and Ukraine
As well as debating and adopting new legislation aimed at establishing a sustainable legal framework for the governance of AI, parliaments are also exploring and experimenting with the application of AI in their own operations. New WFD guidelines can help guide their efforts.
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Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) promoted a new study at the roundtable "Participation and Trust - Trends Among Young People," revealing significant insights into the socio-political participation of youth in North Macedonia.
Participants at the round table "Participation and Trust - Trends Among Young People" held in Skopje
WFD in Maldives organised a two-day parliamentary induction program for the newly elected Members of Parliament of the People's Majlis.
A WFD representative addressing MPs in Maldives during parliamentary induction programme