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WFD produces research that aims to build an evidence base for and improve the quality of democracy assistance. We also generate policy that contributes new tools for democracy support, as well as guides for parliaments, civil society and democracy support practitioners.
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The front cover of the report which has the words how not to engage with authoritarian states in large letters above the names of the authors and the WFD and FCDO logos

This report examines how states that are committed to strengthening democracy engage with authoritarian states – and how this can strengthen authoritarianism. It outlines how pro-democracy governments can better engage with authoritarian states to avoid doing democratic harm and ultimately strengthen democracy around the world.

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Opportunities to reduce plastic pollution in elections
Reducing plastic production and consumption during elections would contribute to less plastic pollution and might trigger a new way of thinking around plastic pollution among other actors. This policy paper proposes that electoral management bodies (EMBs) and political parties (PPs) can mitigate the environmental impact of delivering elections and political campaigns by reducing the usage of plastic origin materials.
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Huge piles of mostly plastic election materials in the aftermath of the recent election in Philippines
Increased political participation of women in North Macedonia
This analysis shows the gap between the commitments for gender equality made by the political parties in North Macedonia and their actual practices.
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Cover photo of the analysis on the political parties commitments towards greater political participation of women
Comparative analysis: Models of civic education in Europe
This research provides a comparative analysis of civic education across Europe, focusing on three specific case studies - from Denmark, France, and Croatia. It concludes with recommendations for potentially reforming civic education in North Macedonia.
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Post legislative scrutiny (PLS) inquiry on the political parties’ act of 2011 in Kenya
This PLS inquiry of the Political Parties Act, 2011 sought to unravel the effectiveness of the Act, particularly in responding to the special needs of persons with disabilities (PWDs) after twelve years of the law’s implementation. The report provides insightful findings, which stakeholders can use to improve the promotion of the socioeconomic, cultural, and political rights of PWDs in Kenya.
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Placeholder PLS report in Kenya
Youth representation in the 2024 parliamentary elections in North Macedonia
The study shows that despite being a significant portion of the population, young people remain the least represented demographic group in the Macedonian parliament.
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Publication about young people in Nort Macednia's elections in 2024
Do we learn democracy? A study on democratic values in secondary education in North Macedonia
The study “Do we learn democracy?” analyses the presence and content in which democratic values are presented in the curricula in the secondary education in North Macedonia.
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Cover photo of a study on democratic values in secondary education in North Macedonia
Fourth study of socio-political participation of youth in North Macedonia
A new study found out that only one in three young people (32%) in North Macedonia is satisfied with their place in society. Six out of ten young people would leave the country if given the chance.
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study on socio-political participation of youth in North Macedonia
Strengthening partner organisations of political parties - assessment and perspective for public support
This report compares and assesses the best practices of financing youth and women's structures or forums within political parties, with a focus on EU countries. It specifically examines the youth and women’s structures/forums of the three main and largest political parties in Albania and provides concrete recommendations based on these practices.
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Publication about strengthening partner organisations of political parties in Albania
Post-legislative scrutiny of environmental and climate legislation
Parliaments have a vital role to play in realising the Paris Agreement by establishing mechanisms for monitoring and reporting on the progress of domestic climate-related legislation and policies, ensuring transparency and accountability in the implementation of global climate commitments. This policy paper considers how post-legislative scrutiny can deliver this mandate.
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Front cover of the report. Details provided in the page text.
AI guidelines for parliaments
To equip parliaments with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the landscape of AI, these guidelines consider ethical implications, transparency, accountability, and the integration of AI within the parliamentary workspace, and more. They provide a framework that parliaments can adapt to their context and needs.
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The cover of the report. Details provided in the website page text
The role of civil society in monitoring IMF agreements
This report discusses how civil society oversight can enhance the legitimacy and effectiveness of IMF programmes by examining case studies from Kenya, Sri Lanka, and the Caribbean, showing that formal CSO involvement in IMF dealings increases public trust and fiscal discipline, whereas exclusion leads to challenges in democratic legitimacy and equitable economic reform.
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The role civil society plays in monitoring International Monetary Fund (IMF) agreements varies across contexts
Empowering youth voices: Building a democratic future in North Macedonia
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.
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Violence against women in Montenegrin politics
The study aims to shed light on the prevailing situation and offer insights and a deeper understanding of violence in politics within Montenegrin society.
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Political parties' strategies for enhancing women's political participation in North Macedonia
The purpose of this brief is to serve as a tool for monitoring and driving the future strategies of political parties in North Macedonia in the direction of greater participation of women in politics. It is available for download in English, Macedonian, and Albanian.
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BCSMF 2023 briefing papers
In November 2023, WFD co-hosted the 6th Bali Civil Society and Media Forum (BCSMF) with the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other partners as well as the inaugural Democracy Action Partnership (DAP). These briefing papers expand on the insights and recommendations exchanged during the BCSMF working groups.
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