September 15 is the yearly observance to celebrate International Democracy Day. This year’s theme is “Participation.†Given that genuine democracy relies on people’s full involvement, human rights protection, collective decision-making, respect of fundamental freedoms, and political equality and inclusion, this global event is an excellent opportunity to evaluate how we can promote stronger involvement of citizens ...
The 2020 U.S. general elections are around the corner. Approximately four hundred more days to go. The Election Commissions across the country have already started voting preparations, which include assessing and acting upon lessons learned from the last midterm polls. Both the U.S. Census Bureau and the Election Assistance Commission recently released crucial findings on voting ...
“An election, to be inclusive, must cover all categories of the population and ensure all measures are taken to enable every eligible voter to vote†SY Quraishi, Former Chief Election Commissioner of India Managing general elections in India is an epic endeavor. 1.3 billion Indians embody the world’s second-most populous country and the global largest democracy. ...
The idea of using the blockchain technology to improve security, transparency, and flexibility of online voting has already proven to be a groundbreaking concept. The implementation of this innovation entails that every data captured in the election process can be documented on a ledger that is publicly verifiable, with outcomes available immediately. At a time when ...
“We recognize that women in various parts of the world are at different stages of participation in the life of their community, that some of them are prevented by law from assuming full rights of citizenship, and that they, therefore, may see their immediate problems somewhat differently.†With this "Open letter to the women of ...
"Elections on the continent must be fair, based on the democratic principles of universal suffrage and political equality following international, continental and regional norms and standards." AUC Commissioner for Political Affairs SE Amb. Minata Samaté Cessouma Africa is preparing to hold several national elections in 2019. All the fifty-five AU member states are obligated to hold ...