Watching Egypt Reform

February 22, 2012

IFES Vice President for Programs Michael Svetlik was in Egypt during the first phase of the Shura Council elections, which took place January 29-30. He accompanied three members of IFES’ Board of Directors to Egypt who evaluated our progress in assisting electoral stakeholders implement credible electoral processes - critical to the current political transition.

Elections

Egypt's Higher Judicial Election Commission Press Conference

February 01, 2012

On 26 January 2012, Egypt’s Higher Judicial Election Commission (HJEC) held a press conference to discuss the recent People’s Assembly elections and preparations for the Shura Council elections, which began on 29 January.

After the Arab Spring: Challenges for Credible Elections

December 07, 2011

As citizens of the Middle East and North Africa demand democratic reform through the ballot, it is important to understand the steps that must be taken to conduct elections that reflect the will of the people.

Election Law, Electoral Systems, Civil Society

After the Arab Spring: Challenges for Credible Elections

December 07, 2011

IFES will host a panel discussion on the challenges Arab Spring countries face in holding free and fair elections and ensuring an effective transition to democracy.

Election Law, Electoral Systems, Civil Society

Observing International Day of Persons with Disabilities

December 02, 2011

An estimated 15 percent of the world’s population lives with a disability. Beyond barriers faced in everyday life, persons with disabilities are often subjected to discrimination and excluded from political processes, stifling their voice.

People with Disabilities

Egypt’s First Post-Mubarak Elections

December 02, 2011

On November 28 -29, Egyptians began voting in Phase I of the first post-Mubarak legislative elections. Nine governorates across Egypt went to the polls to begin electing the lower house of Parliament, the People’s Assembly.

Elections, Electoral Systems, Voter Turnout

Egypt's Historic Elections Begin

November 29, 2011

On November 28, Egyptians began voting in the first parliamentary elections since the January 25 revolution. November 28 marked the beginning of Phase I of the People’s Assembly elections; Phases II and III are set to take place in December and January, respectively. Voting for the Shura Council will commence on January 29 and end on March 11, also taking place in three phases. This parliament will be tasked with selecting the 100-person constitutional assembly that will draft Egypt’s constitution. The constitution will determine key issues in Egypt’s democratic transition such as procedures for electing the president, responsibilities of the executive branch, and rights and freedoms for all Egyptians.

Elections, Constitutional Law

Analysis of Egypt’s 2011 Parliamentary Electoral System

November 01, 2011

Analysis of Egypt’s 2011 Parliamentary Electoral System provides insight into the election laws regulating parliamentary elections in Egypt.

Electoral Systems, Election Law

Elections in Egypt: Structure and Responsibilities of the Higher Elections Commission, and Other Issues Concerning Electoral Operations

August 17, 2011

As Egypt prepares for parliamentary elections under newly amended electoral laws, it is important to understand the ongoing changes to the electoral framework and the impact these changes will have on the electoral process moving forward.

Election Management

After the Spring: Where Reform Stands for the MENA Countries

July 27, 2011

Given the uprisings started seven months ago, what are the citizens of the MENA expecting as an outcome of the protests and where do the countries stand in achieving them?

Constitutional Law, Electoral Systems, Legal Framework