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Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) and Kaleidoscope Trust (KT) are pleased to announce the launch of the Global Equality Project (GEP) – a joint programme working to strengthen the inclusion of women, girls, LGBT+ people, and other people with intersecting identities and experiences in democratic processes.
At the invitation of Gambia's Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), WFD's Thematic Election Expert Observation Mission (TEEOM) observed the 4 December 2021 presidential election of The Gambia from 31 October 2021. The mission assessed participation of women and inclusivity more broadly based on relevant regional and international standards for elections. It also assessed the role of media and social media in the election.
The Gambia | Report |
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.
Ukraine |
WFD will implement a £4 million programme to build trust in democratic institutions and support the political engagement of minorities and vulnerable groups in 18 developing countries across the Commonwealth.
In September 2019, WFD and the Albanian Enterprise Institute published a study which outlined and analysed the costs that at present are incurred by party candidates. The study reveals how much the political landscape in Albania is open to citizens' engagement with politics.
Albania | Study |
Societies that prioritise the inclusion of young people in decision-making see stronger, more sustainable outcomes over time—socially, economically, and politically. On International Youth Day, explore our impact and join us in celebrating the role of young people in building strong democracies.
WFD is supporting the Parliament of Kenya to become a more open, efficient, and responsive democratic institution by implementing the Inclusive and Accountable Politics programme (IAP).
WFD launched a new programme which aims to increase the engagement of the Armenian National Assembly and political parties in climate change and energy policy.
Armenia |
Democracy is a tool to solve real-world problems and make change that positively impacts billions of lives. In episode 2 of our democracy success stories series, our partners in Nigeria explain how our work together is helping end violence against women and girls.
Nigeria |
A recent two-day conference in Abuja, organised by WFD and key partners, addressed the shrinking democratic space in Nigeria. With urgent calls for reform, the conference unveiled key recommendations aimed at restoring trust and fostering a more inclusive political system.
Nigeria |
In Thailand, WFD focuses on strengthening democratic institutions and processes through targeted, impactful programming. We enhance legislative oversight whilst promoting accountability, transparency, inclusion and efficiency within Thailand's political landscape.
Around the world, WFD is helping to make countries’ political systems more accountable. In an accountable political system, citizens can hold people with power responsible for their decisions, usually via parliament and civil society.
How has the implementation of the nation’s COVID-19 response impacted the lives and livelihoods of the more vulnerable people in The Gambia, specifically persons with disabilities (PWDs) and women? Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) in partnership with the British High Commission (BHC) in The Gambia organised a series of national dialogues and commissioned a report to present an account of the participants during the national dialogues.
This document evaluates the integration of gender equality and social inclusion principles into Georgia's environmental protection and climate change policies and legislation. It examines key national strategies, planning documents, and laws to identify gaps and assess how well the current framework addresses the needs of women and marginalized groups.
Georgia | Study |