Elections
Building on the lessons learned from the OSCE’s comprehensive efforts to foster the development of a democratic electoral process, the OSCE Programme Office continues providing support to authorities to improve electoral legislation, increase inclusiveness of electoral processes and administer elections. This work is done in co-operation with the OSCE’s Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights.
Activities include providing platforms for public discussions, capacity building for members of election commissions of all levels and other state authorities on electoral standards and procedures. The Programme Office also supports public awareness for voters on their electoral rights and supports civil society organizations to observe national and local elections. The Programme Office strengthens the electoral process by increasing inclusive participation of women, youth and persons with disabilities in political and decision-making processes through electoral cycles, at the same time promoting civilian oversight of the parliament.