Elections and Good Governance

Many democracies have been plagued by accusations of election fraud and manipulation. An aspect of peacebuilding includes ensuring the integrity of electoral processes as a foundation for productive conversation among rival groups and as a pivotal measure for hearing the ‘voice’ of the people. This module will deepen participants’ understanding regarding fair elections and the necessary conditions for holding free elections. But elections are not enough in themselves. There must also be capacities for good governance. Participants will explore these capacities and how the citizenry can work to ensure that they enjoy good governance.