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Since 2007, WFD has been working in Uganda to support more inclusive, accountable, and transparent political systems and institutions – such as the Parliament of Uganda. So far, our programmes have supported, and continue to support, greater access and inclusion of women, youth, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in formal and informal political processes. Additionally, they have facilitated scrutiny of government performance including progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
WFD engaged with democratic institutions, women leaders, and political parties to support a peaceful transition towards a multi-party democracy in Sudan.
Sudan |
WFD invited four women lawmakers to the UK this week, to share their experiences with UK MPs from all the major political parties and learn about different approaches to promoting gender diversity.
WFD supported the 2019 YouLead summit – the largest youth leadership gathering in East Africa – which seeks to enable young people to be more meaningfully involved in the implementation and tracking of the region’s sustainable development goals.
Uganda |
With the inauguration of India's new parliament, a landmark bill was introduced to reserve one third of seats in Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women. This marks the revival of a bill that has faced 30 years of delay due to lack of political consensus.
WFD's interview with Rt Hon Caroline Nokes, MP and Chairperson of the Women and Equalities Committee in the UK Parliament.
Morocco |
WFD, in partnership with Joaquim Chissano Foundation and the Institute of Governance, Peace and Leadership, conducted a High-Level Policy Dialogue on democracy development in Mozambique in June 2019. This report summarises the presentation made by His Excellency President Joaquim Chissano during this dialogue. It also summarises presentations by various experts.
Report |
WFD’s Multi-Party Office (MPO) works with the UK’s smaller political parties represented in the Westminster Parliament on programmes that promote political pluralism.
The shrinking space for women, young people, and persons with disabilities in the political process requires continuous engagement with various stakeholders on the importance of inclusive governance. To support this engagement, WFD recently implemented activities in Nigeria reinforcing the use of the new media to promote inclusion.
Nigeria |
Created at the 2023 Democracy Action Partnership, Bali Indonesia: Taking Collective Action on Violence, Online and Offline, Against Women in Politics and Elections.
Jordan is a small upper-middle-income country known for its stability in a turbulent region. However, it faces significant socio-economic, environmental and political challenges due to regional instability, the impact of the global financial crisis, the Arab Spring and conflicts in neighbouring countries. Politically, Jordan has a history of monarchical rule combined with attempts at democratic governance. Although political parties are legally recognized, government controls have often stifled political activity, leading to periods of inactivity and recovery. There have been continuous efforts to deepen democracy, especially after the Arab Spring, with initiatives to improve political representation and reduce authoritarian practices. The Royal Committee to Modernize the Political System was established in 2021 to reform electoral laws and strengthen political parties, aiming for a more dynamic democratic environment.
WFD has been working in Jordan since 2012, when we helped establish the firstparliamentary Legislative Studies and Research Centre (LSRC) within the House of Representatives (HoR). Building on our longstanding relationship, WFD continues to support the HoR to deliver on its priorities. By facilitating access to international, regional and local experts and supporting knowledge exchange between counterparts.
WFD has been working in Jordan since 2012, when we helped establish the firstparliamentary Legislative Studies and Research Centre (LSRC) within the House of Representatives (HoR). Building on our longstanding relationship, WFD continues to support the HoR to deliver on its priorities. By facilitating access to international, regional and local experts and supporting knowledge exchange between counterparts.
In 2019, John Kamiri, Secretary General of the Green Congress of Kenya, took part in the Green Talent Accelerator programme. John’s main goal in the programme was to further develop his leadership abilities in his role as a party official.
Kenya |
In response to the protests of the Arab Spring, the King of Morocco introduced a new constitution in 2011. The new constitution strengthens the parliament’s legislative role and establishes the principle of gender equality. Both Houses of Parliament – the House of Councillors (Upper House) and House of Representatives (Lower House) – have developed Strategic Plans, setting out a roadmap to enact their new powers as set out in the constitution. Since 2011, WFD has been working with the Parliament to deliver on these commitments.
In June 2021, WFD signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a new five-year partnership agreement with the Morocco House of Representatives. The MoU provides the framework for continuing the collaboration between the two institutions and building on accomplishments from previous programmes. In December 2021, WFD held a hybrid meeting with the new speaker of the Upper House to discuss the key achievements between the two institutions and next steps.
In June 2021, WFD signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a new five-year partnership agreement with the Morocco House of Representatives. The MoU provides the framework for continuing the collaboration between the two institutions and building on accomplishments from previous programmes. In December 2021, WFD held a hybrid meeting with the new speaker of the Upper House to discuss the key achievements between the two institutions and next steps.
WFD’s most recent programme in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has now ended.
The most recent WFD DRC programme started in October 2019, following a parliamentary election where the results were contested. WFD launched a 6-month programme in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Thanks to a grant from the then-FCO, WFD’s technical experts worked closely with the secretariat and political leadership to assist in identifying new ways that could help strengthen the parliamentary system. This included working with first-time legislators, helping to induct new MPs, and supporting them to develop their skills as parliamentarians and leaders.
This programme aimed to introduce new approaches with the potential to transform how parliament functions in the short and medium-term, building genuine support for reform among political and parliamentary staff leadership.
For more information on our work in DRC, or to discuss potential future collaborations, please contact info@wfd.org
The most recent WFD DRC programme started in October 2019, following a parliamentary election where the results were contested. WFD launched a 6-month programme in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Thanks to a grant from the then-FCO, WFD’s technical experts worked closely with the secretariat and political leadership to assist in identifying new ways that could help strengthen the parliamentary system. This included working with first-time legislators, helping to induct new MPs, and supporting them to develop their skills as parliamentarians and leaders.
This programme aimed to introduce new approaches with the potential to transform how parliament functions in the short and medium-term, building genuine support for reform among political and parliamentary staff leadership.
For more information on our work in DRC, or to discuss potential future collaborations, please contact info@wfd.org
A new constitution was introduced in Algeria in February 2016. This paved the way for more engagement with the public as new powers were given to the parliament. WFD’s work in Algeria is designed to support the Algerian Parliament in developing the skills to put these new powers into practice.
In 2017, with funding from the UK Embassy in Algiers, we launched a new programme working with the Algerian Parliament. This included inducting new MPs as well as providing guidance on how to communicate with constituents. WFD also linked MPs and staff in the Algerian parliament with counterparts in the UK, to learn and share experiences on how to strengthen parliamentary processes.
In 2019 WFD launched a programme to build on our previous engagements and further support the parliament in strengthening its legislative, oversight and representation functions, while also focusing on gender equality.
In 2017, with funding from the UK Embassy in Algiers, we launched a new programme working with the Algerian Parliament. This included inducting new MPs as well as providing guidance on how to communicate with constituents. WFD also linked MPs and staff in the Algerian parliament with counterparts in the UK, to learn and share experiences on how to strengthen parliamentary processes.
In 2019 WFD launched a programme to build on our previous engagements and further support the parliament in strengthening its legislative, oversight and representation functions, while also focusing on gender equality.