Events

Events

Events at WFD: we host regular online and in-person events.

Past events

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19 June 2025
South East Asia: Launch of WFD's methodology to address violence against women in politics (VAWP)

This seminar will introduce WFD’s trauma-informed, cyclical risk assessment framework designed to help political institutions reflect on and address systemic risks that perpetuate violence against women in politics (VAWP). The event will feature a keynote, methodology presentation, and a high-level panel discussion with regional stakeholders.

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Online event - 30 May 2025
PLS Clinic: Closer to home – post-legislative scrutiny at sub-national level

Join us for an engaging conversation exploring the merits, requirements, and challenges of conducting Post-Legislative Scrutiny (PLS) by sub-national parliaments and assemblies.

As regional governments increasingly shoulder critical legislative responsibilities, the ability to evaluate whether laws are achieving their intended outcomes has never been more important. Due to its proximity to citizens, PLS at the sub-national level allows for richer data collection and engagement with civil society and stakeholders.

This PLS Clinic brings together expert voices from sub-national legislatures in Kenya, Nigeria, Nepal, and Australia.

The panel will explore how PLS enables sub-national assemblies to verify whether legislation, often designed centrally or nationally, fits regional needs and has the intended impact on diverse communities. They will share practical insights into institutional requirements and resources.

A picture of polling booth with election officials working during elections in Indonesia
Online event - 19 March 2025
Electoral reform: democratic principles and global practice

The Electoral Integrity Project and WFD are pleased to announce a significant three-day online workshop examining electoral reform and democratic practices globally.

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Online event - 14 March 2025
Gender-sensitive impact assessments of legislation

Join us on Friday, 14 March 2025, for an inter-active webinar, organised by the Global Community of Practice on PLS in cooperation with the Parliament of South Africa, Chamber of Deputies of Chile and the University of London, on gender-sensitive impact assessments of legislation.

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Online event - 13 December 2024
PLS Clinic | Shaping stronger laws: Insights from Post-Legislative Scrutiny innovations in the Scottish Parliament

Join us for an engaging webinar with Dr. Tom Caygill, author of a recent report on Post-Legislative Scrutiny (PLS) in the Scottish Parliament. Discover how PLS serves as a powerful tool to assess the real-world impact of legislation long after it becomes law. 

A participant presenting during DAP event
09 December 2024
Democracy Action Partnership 2024: Transforming the cost of politics for better representation 

The Democracy Action Partnership (DAP) 2024 focuses on WFD’s extensive research on the Cost of Politics - the costs of running for and maintaining political office.

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South East Asia: Launch of WFD's methodology to address violence against women in politics (VAWP)

This seminar will introduce WFD’s trauma-informed, cyclical risk assessment framework designed to help political institutions reflect on and address systemic risks that perpetuate violence against women in politics (VAWP). The event will feature a keynote, methodology presentation, and a high-level panel discussion with regional stakeholders.

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PLS Clinic: Closer to home – post-legislative scrutiny at sub-national level

Join us for an engaging conversation exploring the merits, requirements, and challenges of conducting Post-Legislative Scrutiny (PLS) by sub-national parliaments and assemblies.

As regional governments increasingly shoulder critical legislative responsibilities, the ability to evaluate whether laws are achieving their intended outcomes has never been more important. Due to its proximity to citizens, PLS at the sub-national level allows for richer data collection and engagement with civil society and stakeholders.

This PLS Clinic brings together expert voices from sub-national legislatures in Kenya, Nigeria, Nepal, and Australia.

The panel will explore how PLS enables sub-national assemblies to verify whether legislation, often designed centrally or nationally, fits regional needs and has the intended impact on diverse communities. They will share practical insights into institutional requirements and resources.

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Gender-sensitive impact assessments of legislation

Join us on Friday, 14 March 2025, for an inter-active webinar, organised by the Global Community of Practice on PLS in cooperation with the Parliament of South Africa, Chamber of Deputies of Chile and the University of London, on gender-sensitive impact assessments of legislation.

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A picture of polling booth with election officials working during elections in Indonesia
Electoral reform: democratic principles and global practice

The Electoral Integrity Project and WFD are pleased to announce a significant three-day online workshop examining electoral reform and democratic practices globally.