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WFD seeks to commission an expert to undertake a mapping of regional networks/coalitions working on women’s political participation and inclusion in North Africa.
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 |
The Solomon Islands is a micro-island nation with a population of around 700,000 spread over six main islands and more than 900 smaller ones. The nation has been self-governing since 1976 and has a Westminster-style political system. One key feature of this system is that members of parliament from all parties form committees, which scrutinise government actions – from new laws to public debt management. This is one way in which accountability and transparency can be upheld in a democracy.
In Montenegro, WFD works to strengthen democratic institutions and promote inclusive governance.
A study visit to Tynwald by a delegation from the National Parliament of Solomon Islands (NPSI) has been hailed ‘a non-stop learning trip’ by Hon Catherine Nori MP.
WFD is looking for a consultant to enhance its use of Microsoft Entra ID, implement role-based access control (RBAC) for key systems, and establish a sustainable approach to managing permissions.
WFD seeks a consultancy for Dynamics Business Central training, configuration, and Jet Reports development.
To advance women's empowerment and political participation, the Parliament of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with WFD, held a high-level consultative meeting on 19 February 2025. The meeting aimed to evaluate the impact and challenges of the Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment (GEWE) Act of 2022.
Equal rights, power and opportunities for all: That is the theme of International Women’s Day 2025. WFD is working to help bring this vision to life around the world. Here are some examples of our recent impact.
During a WFD panel discussion, current and former female politicians shared experiences of gender-based violence. Malaysiakini covered the event.
Malaysia |
Violence against women in politics (VAWP) remains a deeply rooted, systemic problem in Indonesia’s relatively young democracy. In this research, we investigated the dynamics of VAWP leading up to, during, and immediately after the 2024 elections by analysing how VAWP threatens women’s political participation and in turn diminishes the quality of Indonesia’s democracy.
Study |
In a poignant speech to the Bangsamoro Parliament in February 2025, MP Engr. Don Mustapha Loong highlighted the transformative impact of WFD's support for the region's democratic transition since 2019.