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Experts highlight joint responsibility of the state and tech companies to end online GBV in Thailand
At a recent seminar, experts in Thailand noted that addressing and preventing online gender-based violence (GBV) is not only the government’s duty but also the responsibility of the private sector, as guided by international frameworks such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
Foreword to WFD's 2024-2025 Annual Report and Accounts by the Rt Hon. Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons and WFD’s Patron.
Foreword to WFD's 2024-2025 Annual Report and Accounts by Yasmin Qureshi MP, Chair of WFD’s Board of Governors.
WFD's Annual Report and Accounts, which were laid before Parliament on 10 July 2025. Read about our impact and results in 2024-2025.
In 2024-2025, we produced over 150 resources, including research, reports, guides, and recommendations. Here are a selection of highlights from our resource library.
WFD supported the Parliamentary Volunteers Programme at the Assembly of the Republic of North Macedonia—a transformative six-month initiative that has connected twenty ambitious students from diverse academic backgrounds including law, political science, public relations, and economics with the nation's legislative process.
Inclusive, effective parliaments are essential to democratic resilience and stability. WFD partners with parliaments across the world. On World Parliament Day, explore our impact and join us in celebrating these essential democratic institutions.
WFD's key achievements in MENA in 2024–2025 include strengthening legislative accountability and transparency, promoting democratic engagement in environmental and climate issues, and supporting the inclusion of young people in politics.
WFD and its regional partners hosted a public seminar to launch its VAWP Methodology, a new resource designed to address violence against women in politics and foster inclusive political environments across Southeast Asia.
As part of a programme working in partnership with the National Parliament of Solomon Islands to strengthen parliamentary policies, practices and processes, WFD facilitated a learning exchange partnership with the Tynwald (parliament of the Isle of Man).
From advancing women's political participation in ASEAN countries to supporting democratic transitions in Bangsamoro and improving the information ecosystem in Taiwan, WFD's collaborative, locally-led approach is helping create more transparent, representative and sustainable democratic systems throughout the region.
WFD’s Gender Observatory initiative has spearheaded efforts to monitor and document violence against women in politics (VAWP) in Indonesia. Beyond engaging civil society partners, it has also fostered dialogue with government actors to explore institutionalising the process.
As global disruption tests democracy inside and out, innovation is essential. Democracies must protect civic space and rebuild trust. At WFD, we have explored how digital technologies can support this shift. Based on a year of pilot programmes, we share five lessons for using tech to strengthen democratic resilience, transformation, and impact.
WFD's key achievements in Ukraine in 2024-2025 include supporting the parliament, helping political parties understand citizens' priorities, building partnerships between Ukrainian and UK political actors and working with political parties, civil society and local government to support recovery.
Through targeted initiatives in 2024-2025, WFD Maldives has enhanced the institutional capacity of political actors in the country and helped create more inclusive spaces for women’s leadership both within parliament and in the broader political landscape.
