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We are delighted to welcome environmental democracy experts from across the world and representing civil society, law, politics and academia.
This guide for parliamentary practice outlines an approach to assessing the implementation and the impact of climate and environmental legislation at national level.
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In December WFD co-hosted the 5th Bali Civil Society & Media Forum and participated in the 15th Bali Democracy Forum (BDF). During a panel discussion focused on democracyat the heart of ensuring fair and equitable access to global public goods, WFD’s Environmental Democracy Adviser Rafael Jiménez-Aybar shared his thoughts on the intersection of democracy and climate change.
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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WFD's key achievements in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024–2025 include strengthening legislative transparency and accountability, advancing inclusive political reforms, enhancing oversight of public debt, supporting women’s political leadership, deepening engagement with civil society, and promoting environmental democracy in climate action.
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.
Building on our Environmental Democracy initiative, WFD calls for stronger climate action from parliamentarians of the G20 nations as we draw closer toward the 2030 targets of cutting global carbon emissions by half.
Parliamentary and legislative indicators for post-legislative scrutiny
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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.
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Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) has played a key role in advancing democratic development in Georgia by strengthening governmental institutions, promoting parliamentary effectiveness, supporting media, empowering civil society organisations, and improving environmental governance.
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.
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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 |
Strong democracies make the world secure, more stable, and more prosperous. WFD is the UK's leading democracy support organisation, working to strengthen democratic governance around the world through programmes, expert guidance and research.
Political voices and coalitions can help address environmental problems by raising citizens’ concerns and holding governments accountable. To do so, political voices need to be more inclusive and aware on climate change. Development cooperation can help by enhancing public awareness, enabling capacity of the media and civil society to cover climate change, and building multi-stakeholder coalitions to support policy development and implementation.
Since 2009, Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) has worked to strengthen democracy in Kenya. Its programmes have supported the National Assembly, Senate, and County Assemblies to enhance their effectiveness in representation, legislation, and oversight; promoted greater political participation by youth and persons with disabilities; facilitated initiatives on environmental democracy; and advanced the use of digital technologies to support democratic governance. These efforts are particularly relevant in Kenya’s dynamic political context, characterised by an evolving system of devolution, a competitive multiparty environment, and a growing demand for more inclusive and accountable governance.