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In less than a year’s time, Nigerians will be heading to the polls. The 2023 general elections scheduled for February/March 2023 will be the 7th since the country returned to democratic governance 23 years ago. This is the longest period of democratic governance in the history of Nigeria. While this is the case, there are a few challenges to be addressed in the journey towards strengthening democracy.
Nigeria |
The article discusses the need for post-legislative scrutiny (PLS) in Nigeria's legislative process, highlighting its absence as a hindrance to effective governance.
Nigeria |
WFD, in collaboration with the Moroccan House of Representatives, is empowering the youth for evidence-based policy change through the Youth Inclusion Programme.
Morocco |
WFD recently hosted two impactful events in North Macedonia focusing on youth and their crucial role in shaping policies. This is a briefing of the discussions conducted.
North Macedonia | Briefing |
The Democracy Action Partnership (DAP) is a multi-stakeholder, participatory event designed to catalyse action to solve democratic governance problems in Southeast Asia.
On behalf of the United Kingdom, we recruit international election observers for OSCE observation missions, and we carry out observation and advisory missions directly. WFD also provides regular training for both long-term and short-term observers.
This briefing for parliamentarians and policymakers is a resource for informed parliamentary debates on sexual and gender equality. It provides an overview of terminology around LGBT+ persons and their rights. It addresses common myths and arguments used by policymakers and in parliamentary equality debates to maintain the status quo when it comes to criminalisation, access to education, employment, and healthcare as well as other barriers to full the political and socio-economic inclusion of LGBT+ persons.
Guide |
Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) in North Macedonia supported the development of two analyses on youth and youth policies followed by a panel discussion with representatives from institutions and the youth sector.
North Macedonia | Report |
WFD is the UK public body dedicated to strengthening democracy and open societies around the world.
This strategy outlines our vision, values, and mission, our ambition for 2022-2025 and what WFD will do to achieve that ambition.
A report on the conceptual and practical overlaps between environmental democracy and effective climate adaptation and a framework to guide practitioners to assess climate adaptation through a lens of environmental democracy.
Report |
There are widespread protests in Georgia opposing the Law on Foreign Influence. WFD urges the Georgian government to heed its citizens' concerns and reconsider the law.