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This paper discusses Civil Society Organisation (CSO) Operating Space in the EAC, restrictions on CSO operating space, the key drivers and impact of the restrictions on CSOs and CSO operating space from a country perspective.
Report |
In response to COVID-19, countries have applied different legislative models to introduce emergency measures. Some countries declared a state of emergency. Others decided to rely on existing legislation to face the extraordinary circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite common assumptions, neither is ‘better’ or ‘worse’ for democracy and both approaches have carried considerable risks for parliamentary accountability. To declare an emergency or not to declare an emergency is not the question. Whether or not democracy is safeguarded depends on a separate set of good practices.
Both experiences highlight the value of citizens’ assemblies in spurring greater and fairer climate ambition thanks to different representation, legitimacy and deliberation methods. They also provide early lessons on the decision-making process that follow.
Corruption is a significant and persistent challenge in Iraq. Transparency International’s corruption perceptions index puts Iraq 166th out of 175 countries, indicating a huge need to improve public sector financial management and tackle corruption.
This week, WFD will open an exhibition, as part of the Research and Information Week in parliament, to present results to legislators, academia, civil society, media and other users of parliamentary facilities.
Ghana |
On 8th of October 2019, the Westminster Foundation for Democracy launched the HUGEN project. HUGEN stands for human rights and gender network. The project aims to support Western Balkans parliaments in reaching international standards for human rights and gender equality.
The Parliamentorship Initiative brought together 20 members of the UNICEF Youth Advisory Board in Serbia, all aged 15 to 25, who were paired with 11 MPs from nine different parliamentary groups, including both ruling and opposition parties. These MPs mentored the young people, guiding them through the intricacies of policy-making and parliamentary processes.
Serbia |
With a ‘new deliberative wave’ sweeping across the world, politicians and citizens have an incredible opportunity to save our democracies from polarization and lack of trust and build a strong democratic culture for the future.
Former Conservative MP, Rt Hon Sir Simon Burns, reports back on his time in Indonesia observing the world’s third largest democracy in action.
Foreword to Westminster Foundation for Democracy's Annual Report and Accounts 2022-2023 by Rt Hon. Richard Graham MP, Chair of WFD’s Board of Governors
This guide for parliamentary practice outlines an approach to assessing the implementation and the impact of climate and environmental legislation at national level.
Guide |
As artificial intelligence fuels cheaper, more sophisticated information manipulation campaigns, long-term, trusted, cross-border partnerships offer the most sustainable defence against rising coordinated threats to democratic information integrity.
This study concludes that parliaments are integral for post-war governance and instrumental in securing successful implementation of peace agreements and long-term quality of peace.
Study |
In cooperation with Democracy Plus, the Westminster Foundation for Democracy published the study on “Cost of youth Emigration” on Kosovo, which is a first ever analysis to provide data on how much does Kosovo loose due to young people leaving the country.
In October 2028, WFD started working with Radio Salam to launch a series of programmes with the aim of raising awareness of citizens’ rights and the responsibilities of local authorities, including how they make legislation and engage citizens in local government.