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To identify the gaps and challenges in the Georgian media landscape in terms of covering climate and environmental issues and to assess the needs of Georgian media organisations as well as individual reporters, a qualitative study was conducted. The study consisted of three main methods of data collection and validation: a desk review of secondary sources, semi-structured interviews of relevant stakeholders, and a validation workshop.
Georgia | Study |
On the International Day of Parliamentarianism, Franklin De Vrieze, our Head of Practice for Accountability and Transparency at Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), shares with us his recommended WFD resources on Post-Legislative scrutiny for Parliamentarians and our wider parliamentary community.
On the 21 of June, 2023, WFD North Macedonia, in cooperation with the Presidential Center for Political Education (PCPO), organized an expert debate to promote the findings of the Analysis of Political Education in North Macedonia. The analysis shows that in the educational programs for primary and secondary education in the educational system, topics from the field of political education are dispersed in several subjects such as: civic education, sociology and introduction to law. At the same time, there is a serious authoritarian charge among young people in North Macedonia, especially when it comes to values related to ethnic/national themes or democratic state management. An additional sign for the need for political education are the findings of the Westminster research, according to which even 57% of young people are not at all interested and do not follow political events.
North Macedonia | Report |
This knowledge product delves into the realm of environmental and climate change stakeholders, offering a comprehensive mapping of the organisations and individuals actively involved in driving environmental action in Georgia. By providing an in-depth overview, this resource empowers media professionals to gain a deeper understanding of the landscape, fostering collaboration and facilitating informed reporting on environmental and climate change initiatives.
Georgia | Briefing |
By exploring the interplay between climate change and natural hazards, this knowledge product equips media professionals with a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics at play. It sheds light on the environmental shifts that contribute to the occurrence and intensity of natural disasters, enabling journalists to report on climate change-related hazards with accuracy and nuance.
Georgia | Briefing |
The "Climate Change and Environment: Knowledge Map" document acts as a trusted guide, navigating the complex terrain of climate change and its impact on the environment. It provides a structured and comprehensive overview of essential concepts, knowledge, and interconnections, empowering media professionals to report on climate change issues accurately and effectively.
Georgia | Briefing |
The document serves as a valuable guide, offering effective communication strategies for discussing climate change in the media. It provides essential guidance on crafting compelling narratives and employing engaging storytelling techniques to effectively convey the urgency and significance of climate change to the public.
Georgia | Briefing |
This resource delves into the critical intersection of climate change and social inequalities. It explores how environmental challenges disproportionately impact vulnerable communities, shedding light on the need for inclusive and equitable climate action. By providing a deeper understanding of the social dimensions of climate change, this resource fosters a more informed and fair discourse on the subject.
Georgia | Briefing |
This resource equips media professionals with the knowledge and tools to debunk common myths and misconceptions about energy and climate change. It provides accurate information, clarifies misconceptions, and empowers journalists to counter misinformation with evidence-based reporting.
Georgia | Briefing |
Developed under the program "Advancing Environmental Protection, Climate Change and Democratic Resilience in Georgia: Phase 2," these resources are designed to foster the dissemination of the latest scientific data and predictions, ultimately contributing to public awareness and debate on the pressing climate crisis.
Georgia |
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 |
The violence against persons prohibition VAPP Law in Nigeria provides a legal framework for the protection of all citizens – including vulnerable people such as women, girls, children, youth, and persons with disabilities (PWDs). To ensure grassroots stakeholders have good knowledge and understanding of the content of the Ondo State VAPP Law, WFD partnered with the Ondo State Agency Against Gender-Based Violence (OSAA-GBV) and the office of the first Lady of Ondo state to conduct community sensitisation.
Nigeria |
As of June 2022, total public debt was at a 50-year high in low and middle-income economies. Furthermore, the Covid-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, global inflation, impacts on exchange rates and the rise of interest rates have affected many countries, impacting on their ability to service their debts and prioritise development objectives. All these factors have resulted in a systematic decline in the quality of social services available to citizens, especially women and girls. Janet Bamisaye, WFD's Deputy Finance Director explains what this means and how we should work to ensure that policies and practices related to public debt do not negatively impact the delivery of public services.
“Change is the end result of all true learning.” ― Leo Buscaglia
The primary reason for the establishment of the Ondo State Agency Against Gender-Based Violence (OSAA-GBV) was to tackle the increasing level of violence against persons in all its forms, including GBV. As such, the Ondo State VAPP law, which was passed in July 2021, is a vital instrument for the agency to fulfil this objective. While the VAPP law has numerous provisions to protect all persons, regardless of gender, the greatest beneficiaries are women and children as they are often the targets of, not just GBV but, all forms of violence, including political violence.
The primary reason for the establishment of the Ondo State Agency Against Gender-Based Violence (OSAA-GBV) was to tackle the increasing level of violence against persons in all its forms, including GBV. As such, the Ondo State VAPP law, which was passed in July 2021, is a vital instrument for the agency to fulfil this objective. While the VAPP law has numerous provisions to protect all persons, regardless of gender, the greatest beneficiaries are women and children as they are often the targets of, not just GBV but, all forms of violence, including political violence.
Nigeria |
Making the law count: towards greater public consultation practices within the Parliament of Ukraine
While facing Russia’s brutal invasion of the country, the Parliament of Ukraine continues to build its democratic institutions. On the eve of International Day of Parliamentarism, on 29 June, three parliamentary committees of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (VRU), the Parliament of Ukraine, presented their committees’ post-legislative scrutiny (PLS) inquiries to a wide audience of Ukrainian stakeholders, who came together in Kyiv. The inquiries ran from November 2022 - 2023 with the support of WFD and the USAID funded RADA Next Generation program.
Ukraine |